BioMar’s insights on the role of insect meal in future aquafeeds

Global R&D Director, Simon Wadsworth presented BioMar’s insights on the role of insect meal in future aquafeeds, highlighting its potential to support raw material diversification while maintaining fish performance and meeting sustainability criteria.

10/13/2025

Simon outlined key takeaways from over a decade of research, including:

  • Effective inclusion up to 20% without compromising growth

  • Strong carbon footprint performance (1kg CO2e/kg)

  • The path forward: scaling volume and reducing cost for wider adoption


Insect meal is already part of several BioMar diets today, and we're optimistic about its role in shaping more flexible and future-ready aquaculture feed solutions.

Yes, you read that right. Insects are a sustainable, nutritional, and future-proof solution to today's societal challenges.

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