Africa: Farming Insects May Solve One Problem but Create Others, Scientists Warn

Rome — Nutritionists and scientists have been touting insects as sustainable and cheap source of protein to feed a growing world

Insects have great potential as an alternative source of protein, but further research is urgently needed before mass production begins in order to avoid environment disaster, Swedish researchers warned Monday.

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