Consumer Perceptions and Acceptance of Edible Insects in Slovenia.

ABSTRACT: Slovenia, influenced by Slavic, Mediterranean, and Balkan cultures, along with Austro-Hungarian traditions and strong environmental concerns, is an ideal case study for understanding consumer perceptions of edible insects and increasing their acceptance as an alternative protein source. A survey conducted in Slovenian and English with 537 participants examined existing perceptions and acceptance of edible insects as food and livestock feed. Findings show moderate interest in insects, particularly in non-visible, integrated forms, despite most participants not having tried whole insects. Young, educated individuals and those residing in rural areas have tried insects more often than other sociodemographic groups. Men showed more interest in entomophagy compared to women. Crickets, grasshopp

SUBMITTER: Rehman N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11353506 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature