Insect Diets: Science and Technology

Book Details:

• Publisher: CRC Press

• Author: Dr. Allen Carson Cohen

• Language: English

• Edition: New

• ISBN: 9781466591943

• Pages: 474

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 10.0 x 7.0 x 1.2 inches

About the Book:

Dr. Allen Carson Cohen’s Insect Diets: Science and Technology (Second Edition) offers a cutting-edge and comprehensive review of the critical field of insect diets, with a renewed focus on advancing knowledge and technology. This edition builds upon the foundations established in previous works, while introducing new insights into the role of food science in artificial diets for rearing insects. Cohen emphasizes the importance of a data-driven approach, calling for academic and industrial communities to adopt Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods to enhance rearing practices.

This edition features an entirely new chapter dedicated to food quality in insect diets, spotlighting the use of rheological techniques for texture analysis. Cohen also delves into the powerful microbial relationships that influence insect feeding processes, offering a deeper understanding of how insects and microbes interact in artificial diets.

A significant expansion in this edition is Cohen's exploration of the future of insect rearing, particularly their potential as a sustainable food source for the growing global human population. The book provides practical guidelines for developing, using, and evaluating artificial diets, focusing on improving their cost-effectiveness and scientific efficiency. Cohen’s urging to "know your insect" underpins the importance of this knowledge for various applications, including research, pest management, biocontrol, and even food production for other organisms. This book is an essential resource for professionals and researchers involved in the emerging field of insect rearing, providing crucial tools to advance the industry and its applications.