Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations: Insect protein will become the mainstream source of pet feed in 2030
In recent years, with the global population growth and resource tightness, the research and development of sustainable food and feed has become the focus. The latest report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) states thatInsect proteinIt is expected to become a mainstream pet feed source in 2030, replacing traditional meat and cereal raw materials. This trend not only responds to environmental protection needs, but also brings new opportunities and challenges to the pet food industry.
1. Advantages and market potential of insect protein
Insect proteinsHigh nutritional valueandLow environmental costsIt has attracted much attention. The following are the comparative data of insect protein and traditional pet feed raw materials:
| index | Insect protein | Traditional meat (chicken) | Plant protein (soybean) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein content (per 100g) | 55-70g | 25-30g | 35-40g |
| Production water (liter/kg) | 1-10 | 4,300 | 1,800 |
| Greenhouse gas emissions (CO₂eq/kg) | 1-10 | 30-50 | 5-10 |
As can be seen from the table, insect proteinResource efficiencySignificantly superior to traditional raw materials. In addition, insect farming covers a small area and short cycle, and is suitable for large-scale production, which is expected to reduce pet food costs.
2. Global pet food industry trends
In the past 10 days, many companies have announced their layout in the field of insect protein:
| company | dynamic | time |
|---|---|---|
| Ynsect (France) | Received US$150 million in financing to expand the insect protein factory | October 5, 2023 |
| Protix (Netherlands) | Partner with Nestle to launch insect protein pet food | October 8, 2023 |
| Entomo Farms (Canada) | Release the first cricket protein dog food | October 12, 2023 |
The influx of capital and giants confirms the insect proteinCommercialization process accelerates. According to FAO, the global insect protein market size will exceed 2030$8 billionAmong them, pet food accounts for more than 40%.
3. Consumer attitudes and challenges
Despite the broad prospects, promoting insect protein is still facingCognitive impairment. Recent social media surveys show:
| area | Acceptance (willing to try) | Main concerns |
|---|---|---|
| North America | 32% | "Is the insect safe?" |
| Europe | 48% | "Pet palatability" |
| Asia | 65% | “High price” |
Experts suggest that companies need to passPopular science educationandProduct Innovation(such as mixed recipes) gradually change consumer perceptions.
4. Policy support and future prospects
Many countries have introduced policies to support the insect breeding industry. For example, the EU approved in 2023House CricketandBlack Swallow FlyAs a pet food raw material, China also includes insect protein in the "Feed Raw Materials Catalog". The FAO calls for strengthening international cooperation and formulating unified standards to ensure supply chain security.
The rise of insect protein marks the pet food industrySustainable DevelopmentTake a key step. In the next ten years, with technological breakthroughs and market maturity, "worm food" may become a daily choice for pets.
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