Imagine being transported 100 years into the future, what will have changed? What will have stayed the same, and what will have disappeared completely? With the modern fears of overpopulation, climate change and extinction, what will we leave behind for the future generation? There are endless numbers of issues that need to be addressed, including the matter of overpopulation, which presents an ongoing challenge that scientists are working hard to overcome. The population is growing too fast to be sustained by the limited resources that our planet can provide.

Over 2000 insects are consumed worldwide, allowing for a diverse selection, offering different tastes and textures. Due to their natural abundance, food security can be assured, provided that sustainable methods of harvest are practised.

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