Insect farming has several advantages over traditional livestock farming. Higher feed conversion rates. Insects convert feed into protein more efficiently than traditional livestock, using a fraction of the land and water resources. Circular, farmed insects can often feed exclusively on organic waste streams, including by-products of the agri-food industry. Rapid growth, for example, black soldier fly larvae mature rapidly, with 1 kg of larvae producing 0.5 kg of protein in just 2-3 weeks. With location flexibility, insects require less space and can be raised in controlled environments, allowing bioconversion close to waste streams.