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October 28, 2021

Entocycle's insect farm is proof that flies can be bug business

As Europe allows insects to be used for animal feed, insect farms are buzzing with excitement. With Britain expected to follow suit soon, one startup is hoping to beat the crowd


Katja Staple

6 min read

Entocycle's founder Keiran Whitaker with his insect-farming tents. Credit: Katja Staple

Insect farming startups were flying high last month as the EU gave the regulatory go-ahead for insects to be used as food for pigs and poultry, unlocking a huge potential market in animal feed. Many expect UK regulators, which permit insects only as pet and fish feed, to follow suit.

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Entocycle's ground insect protein
Each fly can lay up to 1,000 eggs, which are kept in trays for two days before they hatch. Credit: Katja Staple
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Entocycle technician
Myles Townsend runs the insectary
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Katja Staple writes about the business of startups for Sifted

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