
Episode 1406 • • 1:11:07 - 1:14:11
1406: Birthing Comrade
Food Engineering and the Rise of Insect Protein
The food processing industry is increasingly shifting toward alternative proteins, including burgers made from peas and nuggets made from gluten. Bloomberg reports that major producers like Cargill are preparing to integrate crickets, beetles, and mealworms into the food supply to reduce environmental impact. The discussion highlights the sophisticated machinery required for these "food engineering" feats and the push toward "bugfish" as a substitute for tuna.
