Insect Program of Research 2025 Annual Symposium

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About the Symposium

The Insect Annual Symposium is series of presentations from researchers across Australia who will share updates on the Program of Research projects, as well as key findings from insect-related research spanning different value propositions and a workshop and discussion on life cycle analysis. The Annual Symposium is open to anyone with a shared interest in the growth potential of the Australian insect industry.

Symposium Recordings

Keynote: Farmed insects as human food

This video features Prof Louw Hoffman addressing farmed insects as he discusses their nutritional value, sustainability credentials and the opportunities and challenges associated with increasing their acceptance and use in global food systems.

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Theme one update

Dr Stephen Pyecroft provides an update on theme one of the Program of Research, on production and biosecurity projects.

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Theme two update

Prof Kerry Wilkinson presents an update on theme two of the Program of Research focusing on market development, consumer education and social licence to operate.

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Theme three update

Associate Professor Chris Blanchard delivers an update on Theme Three of the Program of Research, focused on enhancing, strengthening and growing the industry’s capacity.

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Optimising black soldier fly for commercial application in Australia

Adele Barca discusses strategies for optimising black soldier fly production, with a focus on scaling, efficiency and commercial viability within the Australian context.

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IPAA update

Luke Wheat and Maureen Clark provide an update from the Insect Protein Association of Australia (IPAA), sharing insights on industry developments, priorities and current initiatives.

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Not just a fertiliser: The complete benefits of insect frass

Dr Matthias Saloman looks beyond fertiliser use to explore the wider agronomic and environmental benefits of insect frass.

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Advancing food safety and nutrition in black soldier fly larvae

Sam Mallard presents on innovative analytical techniques aimed at improving food safety, nutritional quality and sustainability in black soldier fly larvae production.

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Proactive biosecurity for the insect industry

Dr Emma Hudgins and Dr James Camac discuss proactive biosecurity approaches to support the safe growth and resilience of the insect industry.

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Preliminary review of import risks: Insects as food and feed

Erik Brust provides an overview of preliminary findings on import risks associated with insects used as food and feed.

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Improving public perceptions of insects and the benefits they offer

Guanghui Li explores strategies to improve public understanding of insects and increase awareness of the benefits they offer across food, feed and environmental systems.

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The future of feed – what will animals eat?

This video features Ishaya Gadzama talks to the future of feed by examining future feed systems and the role insects may play in meeting the nutritional needs of animals sustainably.

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