Edible Insects Market Size, Growth & Industry Share

Global Edible Insects Market Research Report: Forecast (2025-2030)

Edible Insects Market - By Insect Type (Crickets, Mealworms, Black Soldier Flies, Buffalo’s, Grasshoppers, Ants, Silkworms, Cicadas, Beetles, Caterpillars), By Product Type (Insect......ct Powder, Protein Bars, Whole Insects), By End-User (Human Consumption, Animal Feed, Agriculture) and others Read more

Food & Beverages
Jul 2025
Pages 221
Report Format: PDF, Excel, PPT

Market Definition

Insects that are safe and suited for human consumption are known as edible insects. Insects have long been a staple food and source of protein for people in many different cultures & historical periods. Many different species of insects, including crickets, mealworms, grasshoppers, ants, beetles, and caterpillars, are edible. They can be eaten whole or in many forms, such as dried, roasted, or powdered, and added to foods like protein bars, snacks, or even high-end recipes.

Market Insights & Analysis: Global Edible Insects Market (2025-30):

The Global Edible Insects Market size was valued at around USD 1.36 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 6.23 billion by 2030. Along with this, the market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of around 28.87% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-30.

The market's growth is driven primarily by the burgeoning requirements for high-protein & low-fat foods worldwide. Besides, the easy availability, high nutritional value, and low-cost production methods associated with edible insects further drive the global market. The increasing number of insect farming practices due to low costs and the rising instances of livestock diseases are other crucial aspects leading to the mounting adoption of insect-based food products globally. Furthermore, massive R&D investments by the leading players in the industry are coming up with innovative products, projecting profitable opportunities for the market over the forthcoming years.

Additionally, the adoption of technology is expected to create fresh opportunities for enhancing breeding methods in edible insects. Therefore, governments, business partners, and regulatory agencies work together to address the issue of regulatory uncertainty in the Global Edible Insects Market. To build customer trust & promote market expansion, it is imperative to establish uniform & well-defined rules that guarantee food safety, quality, and labeling requirements.

Report Coverage	Details
Historical Years	2020–23
Base Years	2024
Forecast Years	2025–30
Market Value in 2024	USD 1.36 Billion
Market Value by 2030	USD 6.23 Billion
CAGR (2025–30)	28.87%
Leading Region	Asia-Pacific
Top Key Players	InnovaFeed, All Things Bugs LLC, AgriProtein Technologies, Aspire Food Group, Beta Hatch, Bioflytech, DeliBugs Ltd., Eat Grub Ltd., Thailand Unique, Nordic Insect Economy Ltd., Kreca Ento-Food BV, Entomo Farms Ltd., Protifarm NV, EnviroFlight LLC, EntoCube, Ltd., Ÿnsect SAS, and others.
Segmentation	By Insect Type (Crickets, Mealworms, Black Soldier Flies, Buffalo’s, Grasshoppers, Ants, Silkworms, Cicadas, Beetles, Caterpillars), By Product Type (Insect Powder, Protein Bars, Whole Insects), By End-User (Human Consumption, Animal Feed, Agriculture) and others
Key Report Highlights	Market Dimensions & Projections Pricing Evaluation Recent Strategic Moves by Companies Primary Stakeholders Import/Export Trend Analysis Competitive Landscape Assessment Emerging Opportunities Market Trends and Indicators

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Also, the growing health consciousness among people and their flourishing awareness about the significance & nutritional benefits of insect-based food augments the size & volume of the Edible Insects Industry. Moreover, since insects are richer in protein than other well-known sources, their demand is surging rapidly among the young generation who work out, which, in turn, is anticipated to augment the size & volume of the Global Edible Insects Market during the forecast period.

Global Edible Insects Market Driver:

Rising Awareness about Various Health Benefits of Edible Insects – One of the main factors propelling the Global Edible Insects Market is growing consumer awareness of the numerous health advantages of edible insects. Insects are becoming more popular as alternative protein sources because people are becoming more aware of traditional livestock husbandry negative effects on the environment and sustainability. In addition, edible insects are a nutrient-dense food choice since they are high in protein, good fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Moreover, compared to traditional livestock, insects require less land, water, and feed, which adds to their allure as a sustainable food source. The demand for insect-based goods is rising globally as people become more aware of the possible health advantages of including edible insects in their diets and are becoming more concerned about environmental sustainability & food security.

Market Segmentation
Introduction
1. Market Definition
2. Research Process
3. Assumption
Executive Summary
Global Edible Insects Market Trends & Insights
Global Edible Insects Market Dynamics
1. Growth Drivers
2. Challenges
Global Edible Insects Market Hotspot & Opportunities
Global Edible Insects Market Supply Chain Analysis
Global Edible Insects Market Regulation & Policy
Global Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
1. Market Size & Analysis
  1. By Revenues (USD Million)
2. Market Share & Analysis
  1. By Insect Type
    1. Crickets- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. Mealworms- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    3. Black Soldier Flies- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    4. Grasshoppers- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    5. Ants- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    6. Buffalo’s Worm- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    7. Silkworms- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    8. Cicadas- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    9. Beetles- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    10. Caterpillar- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    11. Others- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  2. By Product Type
    1. Insect Powder- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. Protein Bars- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    3. Whole Insects- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  3. By End User
    1. Human Consumption- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. Animal Feed- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    3. Agriculture- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  4. By Region
    1. North America
    2. South America
    3. Europe
    4. The Middle East & Africa
    5. Asia-Pacific
  5. By Company
    1. Competition Characteristics
    2. Revenue Shares
North America Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020- 2030
1. Market Size & Analysis
  1. By Revenues (USD Million)
2. Market Share & Analysis
  1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  2. By Product Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  3. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  4. By Country
    1. The US
    2. Canada
    3. Mexico
3. The US Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
4. Canada Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
5. Mexico Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
South America Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020- 2030
1. Market Size & Analysis
  1. By Revenues (USD Million)
2. Market Share & Analysis
  1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  2. By Product Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  3. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  4. By Country
    1. Brazil
    2. Argentina
    3. Rest of South America
3. Brazil Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
4. Argentina Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
Europe Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
1. Market Size & Analysis
  1. By Revenues (USD Million)
2. Market Share & Analysis
  1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  2. By Product Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  3. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  4. By Country
    1. The UK
    2. Germany
    3. France
    4. Italy
    5. Spain
    6. Rest of Europe
3. The UK Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
4. Germany Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
5. France Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
6. Italy Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
7. Spain Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
The Middle East & Africa Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
1. Market Size & Analysis
  1. By Revenues (USD Million)
2. Market Share & Analysis
  1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  2. By Product Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  3. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  4. By Country
    1. Saudi Arabia
    2. The UAE
    3. South Africa
    4. Rest of the Middle East & Africa
3. Saudi Arabia Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
4. The UAE Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
5. South Africa Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
Asia-Pacific Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
1. Market Size & Analysis
  1. By Revenues (USD Million)
2. Market Share & Analysis
  1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  2. By Product Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  3. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
  4. By Country
    1. China
    2. Japan
    3. South Korea
    4. India
    5. Australia
    6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
3. China Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
4. Japan Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
5. South Korea Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
6. India Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
7. Australia Edible Insects Market Outlook, 2020-2030
  1. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Revenues (USD Million)
  2. Market Size & Analysis
    1. By Insect Type- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
    2. By End User- Market Size & Forecast 2020-2030, (USD Million)
Global Edible Insects Market Key Strategic Imperatives for Success & Growth
Competitive Outlook
1. Company Profiles
  1. AgriProtein Technologies
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  2. Aspire Food Group
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  3. All Things Bugs
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  4. Beta Hatch
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  5. Bioflytech
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  6. DeliBugs Ltd.
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  7. Eat Grub Ltd.
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  8. Thailand Unique
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  9. Nordic Insect Economy Ltd.
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  10. Kreca Ento-Food BV
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  11. Entomo Farms Ltd.
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  12. Protifarm NV
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  13. EnviroFlight LLC
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  14. EntoCube, Ltd.
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  15. Entomo Farms
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  16. Ÿnsect SAS
    1. Business Description
    2. Product Portfolio
    3. Strategic Alliances or Partnerships
    4. Recent Developments
    5. Financial Details
    6. Others
  17. Others
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