Insects as Food and Feed (SIG) 2025
9 October @ 09:15 – 16:30
Insects as Food and Feed: delivering sustainable protein to the food system
Date: Thursday 9th October 2025 (09:15 – 16:30)
Venue: Elm Grove Conference Centre, The University of Roehampton: Home – Roehampton Venues
Listen to informative talks around the subject of insect protein, the benefits, ethics and issues surrounding the rearing of insects, their uses in pathology, industry, agriculture & farming, cattle feed and protein for human and non-human animal consumption.
Topics include:
- Ethics of entomophagy: insect protein within the UK landscape
- Nutritional value of insect protein in animal feed and human food
- Application of insects/insect protein in food and feed formulation
The Insects as Food and Feed Special Interest Group (SIG) is slightly different from other SIG’s as it aims to offer a focus for an emerging industry rather that an area of study. As part of the Society’s Grand Challenges in Entomology, the Insects as Food and Feed SIG brings together a diverse range of people from across this embryonic industry such as scientists, farmers, food technologists, lawyers and chefs to examine the vast range of possibilities offered by insects as a novel source of protein for both human and livestock consumption and more.
This annual event will report on current research and industry innovations, plus offering open discussions with informed panels and opportunities for informal talks and networking. Anyone with an interest in the area is welcome to attend.
Abstract Submission
We are offering opportunities for both 15 minute talks and poster presentations, in person and online, allowing as much of the community to participate as possible. Please complete the following form before the deadline: ABSTRACT SUBMISSION FORM
Deadline for submissions: Friday 18th July 2025
Convenors
- Daniel Amor – daniel.amor@bristol.ac.uk
- Kieran Robertson – krobertson05@qub.ac.uk
Registration
Registration is NOW OPEN below. Please note there are significantly discounted rates for RES members, so if you are not a member already, consider joining today!
To access discounted member rates, you must be logged into your account before registering.
In-person registration deadline: 17:00 (GMT), Monday 22 September 2025
| In-person | |
|---|---|
| RES Student Member | £25 |
| RES Member | £55 |
| RES Associate Member | £80 |
| Non-member | £100 |
Online registration deadline: 17:00 (GMT), Thursday 9 October 2025
| Online | |
|---|---|
| RES Student Member | £10 |
| RES Member | £20 |
| RES Associate Member | £25 |
| Non-member | £70 |