Maggots, locusts and kangaroo alternative protein options for growing global population

Victoria Nugent
Updated May 8 2019 - 9:52am, first published 12:30pm
University of Queensland meat scientist Louwrens Hoffman is exploring the potential of insect protein.
University of Queensland meat scientist Louwrens Hoffman is exploring the potential of insect protein.

If you can't imagine chowing down on crickets, or munching on maggots, chances are you're not alone.

Victoria Nugent

Victoria Nugent

National sheep and wool writer

National sheep and wool writer for ACM's agricultural publications. Former livestock editor for Queensland Country Life. Send your story tips to vnugent@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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