Soldier fly larvae like these can convert waste food into high-protein feed.

Comment: Bugs for cows

Feeding insects to cattle could make meat and milk production more sustainable

The world’s population is growing, and so is the challenge of feeding everyone. Current projections indicate that by 2050, global food demand could increase by 59 per cent, which is 98 per cent above current levels. In particular, there will be increased demand for high-quality protein foods such as meat and dairy products. Livestock producers