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Insect Farming
Black Soldier Fly
Insects
Sustainable Agriculture
Organic Waste Management
Sustainability
Protein Production
Biotechnology
Insects To Feed the World
Freezem
Food Waste
Cricket Farming
Frass
Biogas Production
Agriculture
Alternative Proteins
Food Security
Cambodia
Insect Research
Sustainable Food Systems

I’m Umberto Diecinove, I am a documentary photographer and a filmmaker. And – for a while now – I’ve been investigating the potential role of insects in the solution of some of the global challenges we’re currently facing.

To do this, I’ve been traveling around the world, taking photographs and talking to world experts, visionary entrepreneurs, activists and people working in the field.

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In this episode, you will hear from Cameron Richards, president of AFFIA, the Asian Food and Feed Insect Association, and senior manager at Veolia in the R&D innovations team.

We talked about the current state of insect farming in Asia, with a speci... more

In this episode, you will hear from Hidaya Taufek, senior lecturer in animal nutrition and feed technology at the University of Malaya.

With Hidaya, we discussed insect farming as an inclusive activity for small farmers and students, the valorizatio... more

In this episode, you will hear from Oliver Schlüter, the spokesperson for the Healthy Foods program area at the ATB, the Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy.

We talked about the potential role of insect farming and insect b... more

In this episode you will listen to the conversation I recorded with Sergiy Smetana, Head of the Food Data Group at the German Institute of Food Technologies.

We talked about organic waste, how to define it and how it is treated, and the role of inse... more

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Recent Guests

Sergi Smetana
Head of the Food Data Group at the German Institute of Food Technologies
German Institute of Food Technologies
Episode: #26 On Sustainable Futures For Food, With Oliver Schlüter.
Sergiy Smetana
Head of the Food Data Group at the German Institute of Food Technologies
German Institute of Food Technologies
Episode: #25 Beyond Composting & Biogas: Insects in Organic Waste Management, with Sergiy Smetana.
Dr. Volker Heinz
Director of the German Institute of Food Technologies
German Institute of Food Technologies
Episode: #24 A Journey Through Sustainability, with Insects, Plus... – Ft. Volker Heinz.
Michael Place
CTO of Chapul Farms and natural philosopher
Chapul Farms
Episode: #23 Rethinking the Food System Through Insect Farming, with Michael Place.
Nathan Preteseille
Expert in the field of insects as food and feed, project manager at La Compagnie des Insectes.
La Compagnie des Insectes, Affia
Episode: #21 Regulations: Unlocking the Insects Potential in Agriculture, with Nathan Preteseille.
David Eshed
Business Development Leader at FreezeM
FreezeM
Episode: #20 Black Soldier Fly Farming Unpacked: Metrics and Challenges with David Eshed
Shaphan Chia
Researcher at the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology.
Icipe, Kenya
Episode: #19 Long Time No See (from the Insect To Feed The World 2024).
Karol Barragán Fonseca
Professor at Universidad Nacional de Colombia and Founder of Insects for Peace.
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Episode: #19 Long Time No See (from the Insect To Feed The World 2024).
Andreas Vilcinskas
Director of the Institute for Insect Biotechnology and Insect Biomedicine and Head of the Bioresources Section of the Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology.
Fraunhofer Institute
Episode: #17 Insect Biotechnology and Controlled Enviromental Agriculture, with Andreas Vilcinskas.

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Umberto Diecinove
Umberto Diecinove is a documentary photographer and filmmaker who hosts the podcast, focusing on exploring the potential role of insects in solving global challenges. He interacts with world experts and visionary entrepreneurs to highlight the significant impact of insect farming on sustainability.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • simplemente Genial!

    este podcast es una excelente puerta de ingreso al mundo del criado de insectos para la producción de proteinas alternativas. Reportajes a lideres cientificos en la materia dan una visión muy acabada de la realidad actual del sector. A great job of consistent science popularization in the insects rearing industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicoporte
    Italy2 years ago
  • Worth listening to

    Interesting topics and episodes that takes me a break from leadership and self-development podcasts. Will make you think about the possibilities of insects in sustainability. Talk about getting the bug. Awesome content, man!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marvelous Martin
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Fantastic interviews with in-depth experts across the world

    Having worked with insect agriculture for a decade this series is a great lineup of heavy-hitters doing important and illuminating research. I’ll admit my bias, but I would definitely recommend this podcast for anyone who is remotely curious about insects for food, feed, fiber, fuel or fertilizer, and the massive economic, environmental and health impacts they can have on our growing populations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    American Patriot in ATX
    United States2 years ago
  • Caught the Bug

    Careful in listening to this podcast cause you might caught the bug like me! The episodes so far are great time and high quality. Another great podcast to add to your list.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheMangaboi
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Excelente, Muy bien

    😍😍😍😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rozoan
    Colombia3 years ago

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Audience feedback highlights the importance of the topics discussed, often leading to a newfound interest in insect-related agriculture.
The podcast is recognized as a valuable resource for understanding the potential of insects in addressing global challenges, including food security and environmental sustainability.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its engaging discussions and insightful content on sustainability and insect farming.
Many commend the expertise and depth of interviews with industry leaders and researchers.

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#25 Beyond Composting & Biogas: Insects in Organic Waste Management, with Sergiy Smetana.
Q: What is the present situation and what are the future prospects for insects in food technology?
The insect industry is growing, and there are increasing opportunities for companies interested in processing insect biomass, indicating a positive future.
#14 Insects as Feed and Food in South East Asia.
Q: What is the most significant distinction in the sector between China and the other countries?
People in Europe and America focus more on insects as food, while in China, black soldier fly is seen as more important for waste management.
#15 Waiting for the "Insects To Feed The World 2024". With Moritz Gold and Leo Wein.
Q: Did you notice a growing interest on other topics too?
Yes, particularly on breeding, genetics, insect behavior, and animal welfare which are now prominent compared to previous conferences.
#15 Waiting for the "Insects To Feed The World 2024". With Moritz Gold and Leo Wein.
Q: Where is the cutting edge research going in insect farming?
There's been a noticeable growth in submissions focusing on new topics like insect nutrition, physiology, breeding, and the environmental impact of frass.
#18 Global Perspectives on Insect Research.
Q: Do we have sufficient scientific evidence to support that insects are a sustainable and high quality protein source compared to other alternatives?
Most studies indicate that insect protein production is more sustainable, requiring less land and water while utilizing waste, but ongoing research is essential to continue optimizing.

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This podcast focuses on the transformative role insects could play in addressing critical global challenges, including environmental sustainability and food security. Through engaging conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, and activists, it explores how insect farming can mitigate issues such as land degradation, overfishing, and greenhouse gas emissions. Each episode features insights on innovative practices in insect agriculture that promise to support smallholder farmers and promote a circular economy, making the content both informative and thought-provoking for listeners interested in sustainability, food technology, and environmental issues. Unique to this series is the integration of documentary photography, enriching the narrati... more

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