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ISSN : 1225-0171(Print)
ISSN : 2287-545X(Online)
Korean Journal of Applied Entomology Vol.64 No.4 pp.249-264
DOI : https://doi.org/10.5656/KSAE.2025.09.0.027

Recent Trends in Industrialization Strategies of the Yellow Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor)

Hyun-Soo Kim, Jeong-Hun Song1, Sun Young Kim1, Young-Seek Seok2, Kibeom Park3, Ho-Youn Lee, June-Sun Yoon*
Department of Agricultural Convergence Technology, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54596, Korea
1Industrial Insect Division, Department of Agricultural Biology, National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Wanju 55365, Korea
2Gangwon-do Agricultural Product Registered Seed Station, Chuncheon 24410, Korea
3Invirustech Inc., Gwangju 61011, Korea

Abstract

As global interest in environmental sustainability and alternative protein sources grows, yellow mealworms (Tenebrio molitor) have emerged as a valuable resource. These insects exist in various strains, each with unique characteristics that enable their tailored industrialization for specific applications. However, the quality of yellow mealworm products is significantly influenced by post-breeding and post-production processing, presenting numerous challenges for successful industrialization. This review explores recent trends in the industrialization of yellow mealworms, highlighting various international case studies. Furthermore, it examines the current limitations of the domestic yellow mealworm industry and proposes practical strategies to overcome these challenges and advance industrialization efforts.

초록

Vol. 40 No. 4 (2022.12)

Journal Abbreviation Korean J. Appl. Entomol.
Frequency Quarterly
Doi Prefix 10.5656/KSAE
Year of Launching 1962
Publisher Korean Society of Applied Entomology
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