We want to understand if the bacteria are inherent in the mealworms, or if they are a defence strategy acquired after feeding on plastic.” Additionally, the scientists will research the ability of the ...

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The larvae were able to consume nearly 50% of the polystyrene they were fed during the trial period, a significant finding ...

Scientists in Kenya say they've discovered a small but potentially powerful new weapon in their fight against plastic pollution.

Mealworms are the easiest and most energy efficient insects that the farm grows. The worms only need 10% of the land used for beef, and they produce far less CO2. They need feeding once per day ...

Kenyan scientists have discovered that a native mealworm can eat and break down polystyrene – a breakthrough that could help tackle the continent's growing plastic waste crisis.

Answer: Mealworms are one of the best ways to entice uncommon feathered visitors to your feeder. Although they have been used for feeding birds for a long time, mealworms are now becoming ...

A landmark EU ruling in January that certified yellow mealworms safe for human consumption has only spurred the industry on. Insider profiles the brands hoping to ride the predicted boom.

Scientists in Kenya are studying how mealworms could help solve Africa's plastic waste crisis by consuming polystyrene. Kenyan scientists have discovered that a native mealworm can eat and break ...

Kenyan scientists have discovered that a native mealworm can eat and break down polystyrene – a breakthrough that could help tackle the continent's growing plastic waste crisis. A research team in ...