Insect Background- How much protein do they really have?

The table to the right displays how much protein and fat is in a 100g serving of various insects. When dried, this protein content per 100g will increase because it removes heavy water content. 

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There are many edible insect options, and different countries each have their own delicacies. However, in terms of widely farmed insects the primary focus is on mealworms and crickets. 

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Mealworms and crickets have great farming potential, with mealworms as a possible option for chicken feed and for many recipes; cricket farms are already prevalent in Thailand and are a tasty snack in a lot of places. Cricket flour has also been popularized as an easy supplement in recipes. 

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Other insects like locusts and grasshoppers have potential, but while grasshoppers contain a lot of protein, they have to be cooked thoroughly due to nematodes and are not a practical option for all areas. Locusts have not been tested for farming purposes yet. 

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