Octopus farming is cruel and governments must stop funding it, say farm reform campaigners

Octopus farming is cruel and governments must stop funding it, say farm reform campaigners

Clever and agile enough to navigate mazes, change colour, use tools, open jars and seemingly recognise different people, the octopus is surely one of nature’s most alluring and enigmatic creatures. But octopuses are being subjected to “cruel and unsustainable” farming methods, according to Compassion in World Farming (CIWF), which has published data showing governments around … Read more

Flies as pet food? Sask. team wants to boost insect’s potential as sustainable protein source

Flies as pet food? Sask. team wants to boost insect’s potential as sustainable protein source

Is your pet chasing flies? That could mean more protein, and perhaps someday a full meal. A Saskatoon-based company is domesticating black soldier flies because it says their larvae could be used in pet food or aquaculture.  NRGene Canada was started in 2020, with a fairly unique proposition — make food out of flies. The … Read more