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8 months ago

Positive and Strong Signs for the EU Insect Industry: EU MS call for a holistic Protein Strategy incorporating diverse protein sources- Insects mentioned

IPIFF Press Release Positive and Strong Signs for the EU Insect Industry Member States call for a holistic Protein Strategy incorporating diverse protein sources Insects mentioned in the discussions Brussels,…

8 months ago

IPIFF’s Press Release on the EU’s long term budget Post-2027

PRESS RELEASE IPIFF URGES AN EU LONG-TERM BUDGET THAT PRIORITISES STRATEGIC AUTONOMY, ECONOMIC RESILIENCE, AND GREEN TRANSITION GOALS—WITHOUT LEAVING ANYONE BEHIND IPIFF, the International Platform of Insects for Food and…

8 months ago

Insects added value contribution to Europe’s Protein Diversification Strategy must be acknowledged

The Danish Presidency is bringing to a discussion- Proteins for food and feed – supply, production and sustainability in the Agriculture and Fisheries Council on the 14th of July. IPIFF…

9 months ago

IPIFF Launches Updated Brochure on the Strategic Role of Insects in Agri-Food Systems

IPIFF has released a new brochure that highlights the growing importance of insect farming in Europe’s transition toward more sustainable and resilient food systems. Reflecting the latest EU policy developments…

11 months ago

Save the Date: 2nd InsectERA Congress – 11 June 2025 | Santarém, Portugal

We are pleased to invite you to one of Europe’s leading events dedicated to the future of the insect sector. The 2nd InsectERA Congress will take place on 11 June…

1 year ago

We Must Invest in Europe’s Protein Independence

Vision for Agriculture and Food: We Must Invest in Europe’s Protein The European Commission has just published its Vision for Agriculture and Food. Below you can find IPIFF’s take on…

1 year ago

Pet “superfoods”: tasty, healthy, sustainable

Pet “superfoods”: tasty, healthy, sustainable The pet market is growing more than ever before. Its market size in Europe was worth USD 5.75 billion in 2023 alone. Estimations for the European…

1 year ago

Europe’s insect protein industry: Policy and Progress go hand in hand

IPIFF’s Annual Congress this year (21 November) concluded with a strong message of optimism and determination for the future of sustainable protein production in Europe. Speakers’ presentations are now available: …

2 years ago

Guide on good labelling practices for insect-based feed

IPIFF Guide on good labelling practices for insect-based feed materials On Thursday 27 June, IPIFF unveiled its Guide on good labelling practices for Insect-based Feed Materials. Developed by the Secretariat…

2 years ago

IPIFF Webinar 28 June 2024: Investing in the EU’s agri-future

IPIFF General Assembly Meeting 27 June 2024 (video available) Titled “Investing in Europe’s Agri-Future: EU funding opportunities for the insect farming sector”, the online event targeted European insect-producing actors and…

2 years ago

IPIFF General Assembly Meeting 27 June 2024

IPIFF General Assembly Meeting 27 June 2024 On Thursday 27 June 2024, the International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) held its first General Assembly meeting of the…

2 years ago

Meet the Exec Committee: Adriana Casillas

Meet Adriana Casillas, IPIFF President We’re thrilled to share some insights from IPIFF’s top floor. In the upcoming weeks, we will be sharing blitz interviews with IPIFF’s Executive Committee, starting…

2 years ago

Live insects in animal feed: what European Regulation says (and what it does not)

Live insects in animal feed: what European Regulation says (and what it does not) If given the choice, would you eat eggs from hens whose farm diet resembles their natural?…

2 years ago

Meet the Exec Committee: Frank van Sluis

Meet Frank van Sluis, IPIFF First Vice-President We’re thrilled to share some insights from IPIFF’s top floor. In the upcoming weeks, we will be sharing blitz interviews with IPIFF’s Executive…

2 years ago

Meet the Exec Committee: Heinrich Katz

Meet Heinrich Katz, IPIFF Treasurer We’re thrilled to share some insights from IPIFF’s top level. In the upcoming weeks, we will be sharing blitz interviews with IPIFF’s Executive Committee, starting…

2 years ago

EU Consumer Acceptance of Edible Insects: Survey Report

Consumption of edible insects in Europe growing at an unprecedented rate A new survey (available here) by the International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) spotlights Europeans’ evolving…

3 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the first Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising lesser mealworm as a novel food

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed is very pleased about today’s publication of the Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising frozen and freeze-dried formulations of the lesser mealworm (Alphitobius…

3 years ago

Press Release – IPIFF highlights the strategic importance of the insect-producing sector to support the realisation of the EU Farm to Fork targets

The conference ‘Shaping European Food Systems: How insect farming is contributing to the ‘Farm to Fork’ strategy targets’ hosted by the International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF),…

3 years ago

IPIFF Press Statement – EU Member States’ green light on lesser mealworm and house cricket implementing Regulations

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed, the Brussels-based business association representing the European insect sector, welcomes yesterday’s EU Member States’ green light on frozen and freeze-dried formulations…

4 years ago

Press Statement – IPIFF welcomes the EFSA’s Novel Food positive opinion on lesser mealworm (Alphitobius diaperinus larva)

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed, the Brussels-based business association representing the European insect sector, welcomes today’s Novel Food opinion on frozen and freeze-dried formulations of the…

4 years ago

IPIFF is hiring!

Do you have background/experience in international policies, economics, law, agronomy, animal or food science? Are you keen on gaining valuable experience in the area of public affairs and work for…

4 years ago

PRESS RELEASE – The European insect sector highlights its research priorities to support the transformation of the European and global food systems

More than 150 participants from the European Union and beyond gathered online for the workshop entitled ‘New horizons for insect farming: the role of research and innovation in strengthening cross-border…

4 years ago

The European insect sector welcomes the EU Commission’s communication on food security in the context of the war in Ukraine

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed, the Brussels-based business association representing the European insect sector, welcomes today’s Communication of the European Commission on Safeguarding food security and…

4 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the first Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising house crickets as a novel food

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed is very pleased about the publication of the Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising frozen, dried and powder forms of Acheta domesticus as…

4 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the second Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising yellow mealworm as a novel food.

4 years ago

IPIFF PRESS RELEASE – The European insect sector underlines its commitment to accelerate progress on the EU Green Deal objectives Edit name

The European insect sector reiterated its commitment to the ‘EU Green Deal’ objectives in the context of the informal meeting of the European Union environment ministers with the extraordinary participation…

4 years ago

IPIFF IS HIRING!

Do you have background/experience in agronomy, food science, EU law or international policies? Are you keen on gaining valuable experience in the area of public affairs and work for an…

4 years ago

PRESS RELEASE – IPIFF welcomed the recent regulatory milestones linked to the novel food approvals from 2021

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF), the focal point of the European insect sector in EU’s capital, Brussels, welcomed the recent regulatory milestones linked to the…

4 years ago

Press Statement – IPIFF is very pleased to communicate about the EU Member States authorities’ decision to approve the draft implementing regulations aiming to authorise the commercialisation of house cricket and yellow mealworm

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the Brussels-based umbrella organisation representing stakeholders active across the insect production value chains – is very pleased to communicate…

4 years ago

JOINT PRESS RELEASE – The algae, yeast and insect sectors launch a new collaboration to support the upscaling of EU protein production

The EU umbrella organisations for the algae (EABA – European Algae Biomass Association), yeast (Cofalec compte) and insect production sectors IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) join forces in…

4 years ago

Press Statement – IPIFF welcomes the entry into force of the Commission Regulation (EU) 2021/1925 which included a definition for ‘frass’ derived from farmed insects

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) welcomes the entry into force of the Commission Regulation (EU) 2021/1925. This act amends Regulation (EU) No 142/2011 by including a definition for…

4 years ago

Press Statement – IPIFF welcomes the Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising the placing on the market of Locusta migratoria as a novel food.

The IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) welcomes the publication of the Commission’s Implementing Regulation authorising the placing on the market of frozen, dried and powder forms of Locusta migratoria as a novel…

4 years ago

Press Release – IPIFF welcomes the adoption of the Regulation that paves the way for the first EU-wide insect frass standards

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – welcomes the adoption of the Regulation that paves the way for the first EU-wide insect frass standards. Download IPIFF’s…

4 years ago

Press Statement – IPIFF welcomes the approval of the Draft Implementing Regulation authorising the commercialisation of frozen and dried migratory locust on the EU market

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) is very pleased to communicate about the European Union (EU) Member States authorities’ decision taken last Friday to approve the…

4 years ago

Press Release – The authorisation of insect proteins in poultry and pig feed offers new collaboration opportunities for agri-food stakeholders

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – welcomed the recent authorisation of insect processed animal proteins (PAPs) in poultry and pig nutrition together with relevant agri-food…

4 years ago

Insect proteins in poultry and pig feed are fully authorised in the European Union

Insect proteins in poultry and pig feed are fully authorised in the European Union The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the umbrella association of the European insect…

5 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the fourth EFSA opinion on edible insects

The European Food Safety Agency confirmed the safety of frozen, dried and powder yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor larva), marking another relevant development for the edible insect sector. This opinion…

5 years ago

Press Release – The European Union authorises insect proteins in poultry and pig feed

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the umbrella association of the European insect sector in EU’s capital, Brussels – salutes today’s publication in the Official…

5 years ago

Press Statement – IPIFF acclaims the EU approval to use insect proteins in poultry and pig feed

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the focal point of the European insect sector in EU’s capital, Brussels – welcomes the European Commission adoption of…

5 years ago

The European insect sector is very pleased about the third EFSA opinion on edible insects

The European Food Safety Agency confirmed the safety of frozen, dried and ground house crickets (Acheta domesticus), marking another achievement for the edible insect sector. This opinion results from an…

5 years ago

The European insect sector calls for the development of EU regulatory standards for organic production

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the European umbrella organisation representing stakeholders active in the production of insects for food and feed – releases today its Contribution…

5 years ago

The European insect sector welcomes the latest EFSA novel food opinion on edible insects!

Following the evaluation of the European Food Safety Authority, the opinion on the frozen and dried migratory locust marks another important achievement for the edible insect sector. This opinion results…

5 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the ENVI Committee’s vote backing the authorisation of insect PAPs in poultry and pig feed

IPIFF welcomes the ENVI Committee’s vote backing the authorisation of insect PAPs in poultry and pig feed The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the umbrella…

5 years ago

Press Release – The European insect sector highlights the circularity potential of insect frass as a relevant element in reaching the ‘Farm to Fork’ objectives. IPIFF Executive Committee elections

The European insect sector reiterated its pledge to support the ‘EU Green Deal’ objectives – notably in the context of the recently-launched ‘Zero pollution action plan’. More than 200 participants…

5 years ago

Press Statement – on publication of Implementing Regulation concerning authorisation of dried Tenebrio molitor

5 years ago

IPIFF welcomes EU Member States’ green light to the authorisation of the first insect food products at European level

5 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the European Commission ‘Action Plan for the Development of the Organic Sector’

Press Release – IPIFF welcomes the launch of the new EU Organic Action Plan The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the European umbrella organisation representing stakeholders…

5 years ago

IPIFF welcomes the first EFSA novel food opinion on edible insects

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) organisation representing stakeholders active in the production of insects for food and feed – welcomes today’s publication of the European Food…

5 years ago

IPIFF is hiring a trainee!

Do you have background/experience in agronomy, food, environmental or animal science? Are you keen on gaining valuable experience in the area of public affairs and work for an innovative and…

5 years ago

IPIFF Contribution Paper – Application of the novel food transitional measure – December 2020

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed – the European association representing the stakeholders involved in the production of insects – is publishing today its ‘Contribution Paper on…

5 years ago

The European insect sector reaffirms its commitment to supporting the EU sustainability agenda

The European insect sector reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the EU sustainability agenda. Close to 300 participants from all over the European Union (EU) and beyond joined today’s…

5 years ago

IPIFF IS HIRING

Do you have background/experience in agronomy, food science, EU law or International Policies? Are you keen on gaining valuable experience in the area of public affairs and work for…

5 years ago

The European insect sector welcomes the CJEU ruling and looks ahead to the novel food authorisations

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) – the European association representing the stakeholders involved in the production and commercialisation of insects – welcomes the European Union…

6 years ago

The insect sector milestones towards sustainable food supply chains

6 years ago

Press statement – Commitment of the European insect sector towards more resilient and sustainable food supply systems – April 2020

Press statement – Commitment of the European insect sector towards more resilient and sustainable food supply systems – April 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has visible implications on the well-functioning…

6 years ago

IPIFF International Workshop – ‘Circular Agriculture – the Role of Insect Farming in Connecting Local Supply Chains’

IPIFF – the International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed – the umbrella organisation of the European insect producing sector, hosted an International Workshop entitled ‘Circular Agriculture –…

6 years ago

Press statement – The contribution of the European insect sector to improving sustainability from ‘Farm to Fork’ – February 2020

Press statement – The contribution of the European insect sector to improving sustainability from ‘Farm to Fork’ – February 2020 Credits: The European Commission As part of the ongoing discussions…

6 years ago

‘Unleashing the Circularity Potential of the European Insect Sector through Research and Innovation’ is organised by IPIFF, with the support of…

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) wishes to thank all participants, speakers and sponsors – who all made…

6 years ago

CALL FOR POSTERS – ‘Unleashing the Circularity Potential of the European Insect Sector through Research and Innovation’

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) wishes to thank all participants, speakers and sponsors – who all made this International Workshop a success! The…

6 years ago

PRESS RELEASE – IPIFF Contribution Paper on the application of insect frass as fertilising product in agriculture – September 2019

Press release – IPIFF Contribution Paper on the application of insect frass as fertilising product in agriculture – September 2019 The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed…

6 years ago

PRESS RELEASE – Building Bridges between the Insect Production Chain, Research and Policymakers – September 2019

PRESS RELEASE ‘Building Bridges between the Insect Production Chain, Research and Policymakers’ The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF) is publishing today a Contribution Paper on…

7 years ago

SAVE THE DATE – 3rd of December – ‘Unleashing the Circularity Potential of the European Insect Sector through Research and Innovation’

IPIFF – the International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed – the umbrella organisation of the European insect producing sector, is cordially inviting you to take part in…

7 years ago

13th August 2019 – IPIFF releases the UPDATED ‘Briefing paper on the provisions relevant to the commercialisation of insect-based products intended for human consumption in the EU’

IPIFF is launching today the updated ‘Briefing paper on the provisions relevant to the commercialisation of insect-based products intended for human consumption in the EU‘ (hereinafter ‘Briefing paper‘) – a…

7 years ago

PRESS RELEASE – ‘Bringing food information closer to consumers: the European insect sector publishes guidelines for edible insects’

PRESS RELEASE ‘Bringing food information closer to consumers: the European insect sector publishes guidelines for edible insects’ IPIFF – the International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed – the EU umbrella…

7 years ago

PRESS RELEASE – ‘Insect producers call for EU food hygiene standards and tailored-best practices’

PRESS RELEASE ‘Insect producers call for EU food hygiene standards and tailored-best practices’ Gathered in Copenhagen for the Workshop on ‘Good Hygiene Practices in insect production’ and the IPIFF General…

7 years ago

UPDATED programme: IPIFF Workshop on Good Hygiene Practices in Insect Production – Copenhagen, 27th May

Dear future participants, The workshop co-organized by IPIFF and the DIN is going to take place in a couple of days! We have recently updated our programme. You may find…

7 years ago

REGISTRATION OPEN! IPIFF Workshop on Good Hygiene Practices in Insect Production – Copenhagen, 27th May

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF), together with the Danish Insect Network (DIN) cordially invite you to join our one-day workshop on good hygiene practices in…

7 years ago

IPIFF Contribution Paper on EU organic certification of insect production activities

The International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF), the focal point of the European insect production sector in Brussels, warmly welcomes the latest developments in the field of…

7 years ago

Ensuring High Standards of Animal Welfare in Insect Production

IPIFF and its members are taking animal welfare very seriously. We are committed to promoting good welfare practices. Please refer to our reflection paper on this subject. Download Animal Welfare in…

7 years ago

EU Guide on Good Hygiene Practices for producers of insect as food and feed RELEASED

IPIFF – ‘International Platform of Insects for Food & Feed’ , which is the EU umbrella organisation for the insect production sector unveils today a guidance document on the best…

7 years ago

International insect associations agree on establishing a collaborative roadmap

In wake of the recently published EAT-Lancet Commission report setting targets for healthy diets and sustainable food production, the insect producers associations for SE Asia (AFFIA), Europe (IPIFF), North America (NACIA) and…

7 years ago

The IPIFF Annual Event 2018, Brussels

The IPIFF Annual Event 2018 was a great success! Gathered in Brussels for the Conference, 200 participants, including European Commission Officials, Member States representatives and other delegates ranging from the…

7 years ago

IPIFF vision paper on the future of the insect sector towards 2030

5th November 2018: IPIFF publishes its vision paper on the future of the insect sector towards 2030 The European insect sector today: Challenges, opportunities and regulatory landscape The objective…

7 years ago

IPIFF contribution on the development of a European Protein Plan

[Contribution] The International Platform of Insects for Food & Feed (IPIFF) publishes its contribution paper on the development of a European Protein Plan. The document explains how the insect sector…

7 years ago

News – IPIFF Annual Conference Programme| 06 November 2018

The IPIFF Annual Conference Programme is now available !!! Visit our dedicated website page to find all the information: Programme, speakers, registration form, sponsors… IPIFF Annual Event 2018

8 years ago

Tarique Arsiwalla delivered a keynote speech at the EEAP Conference

At the Annual Meeting of the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP) in Dubrovnik on 29 August, the IPIFF’s executive committee member Tarique Arsiwalla spoke about the barriers and opportunities…

8 years ago

Save the date !!! IPIFF Annual Conference | 06 November 2018

Bringing together insect producing companies, high level representatives from the EU institutions, industry & consumers’ representatives, this conference aims to take stock of mains drivers towards the development of European insect sector, look into future…

8 years ago

Horizon 2020 Work Programme

Horizon 2020 Work Programme from 2018 to 2020 – New opportunities for the insect sector. Spanning seven years (2014 – 2020) and with a budget of €77 billion, Horizon 2020 is…

8 years ago

IPIFF Novel Food Guidelines

28th May 2018: The EU insect platform publishes guidelines to help producers prepare novel food applications IPIFF published today a package of guideline documents aiming to assist insect producers in preparing…

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