Publications by authors named "Mary Orinda"
Article Synopsis
- A study in western Kenya involved interviews and focus groups with 211 households to explore the use of beetle grubs as food and animal feed.
- Findings showed that about 39% of households consumed the grubs for their nutritional benefits, while 78% used them for livestock, noting their role in recycling nutrients and improving animal growth.
- Key challenges included a lack of knowledge about the grubs’ nutritional value and associated stigma, but many respondents expressed interest in farming the grubs if support for markets and farming practices were provided.
Article Synopsis
- * The review highlights over 60 species of edible crickets consumed in 49 countries and notes their high protein (55-73%) and lipid (4.3-33.44%) content, along with essential vitamins and minerals that make them a nutritious alternative.
- * Additionally, the farming of crickets presents various advantages, including contributions to economic development, pest management, and use in food preservation, while the reviewed species are considered safe for consumption.
