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The initiative aims to enhance food security and sustainability, but cultural acceptance remains a challenge.
- The Singapore Food Agency has cleared 16 insect species, including crickets, grasshoppers, and mealworms, for human consumption.
- The decision aligns with global efforts to promote insects as a sustainable protein source with lower environmental impact than traditional livestock.
- Insects approved for consumption must be farmed in regulated facilities and meet strict food safety guidelines.
- Local businesses and restaurants are beginning to incorporate insect-based dishes and products into their offerings.
- Experts note that overcoming cultural resistance to eating insects will be crucial for widespread acceptance.
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