This thesis analyses the regulatory framework and hygienic-sanitary standards for insect production intended for human consumption and animal feed in Italy. Insects, which are increasingly recognized as sustainable and efficient protein sources, are playing an increasingly significant role in the food and livestock industries. The European Union has issued specific regulations and guidelines for insect farming, particularly those focused on food safety and environmental impact reduction. Moreover, Italy has provided interpretative guidelines for the application of European regulations, ensuring that insect production meets the required hygienic and sanitary standards, safeguarding public health, and promoting safe consumption. This thesis explores the current regulatory landscape by examining both European regulations and Italian ministerial notes and assessing their influence on production practices. Furthermore, it focuses on the hygienic conditions necessary for breeding, managing, and processing insects intended for human and animal consumption. This research highlights the main challenges and opportunities related to the alignment of regulatory standards with the growing demand for insect-based products, offering insight into their potential contribution to global sustainability and food security.
Questa tesi analizza il quadro normativo e gli standard igienico-sanitari per la produzione di insetti destinati al consumo umano e all'alimentazione animale in Italia. Gli insetti, riconosciuti sempre di più come una fonte proteica sostenibile ed efficiente, stanno acquisendo un ruolo centrale nelle industrie alimentari e zootecniche. L'Unione Europea ha emanato regolamenti e linee guida specifiche per l'allevamento di insetti, con un focus particolare sulla sicurezza alimentare e la riduzione dell'impatto ambientale. Al tempo stesso, l'Italia ha adottato provvedimenti interpretativi per applicare le normative europee, garantendo che la produzione di insetti rispetti gli standard igienico-sanitari, proteggendo la salute pubblica e promuovendo un consumo sicuro. La tesi esplora il panorama normativo vigente, analizzando sia i regolamenti europei che le note ministeriali italiane, esaminando l'impatto di queste norme sulle pratiche produttive. Vengono inoltre approfondite le condizioni igieniche necessarie per l'allevamento, la gestione e la trasformazione degli insetti destinati al consumo umano e animale. La ricerca evidenzia le principali sfide e opportunità legate all'armonizzazione degli standard normativi con la crescente domanda di prodotti a base di insetti, offrendo una visione sul loro potenziale contributo alla sostenibilità e alla sicurezza alimentare globale.
Regulatory Framework and Hygienic-Sanitary Standards for Insect Production as Food and Feed in Italy
BERTOLA, MICHELA
2023/2024
Abstract
This thesis analyses the regulatory framework and hygienic-sanitary standards for insect production intended for human consumption and animal feed in Italy. Insects, which are increasingly recognized as sustainable and efficient protein sources, are playing an increasingly significant role in the food and livestock industries. The European Union has issued specific regulations and guidelines for insect farming, particularly those focused on food safety and environmental impact reduction. Moreover, Italy has provided interpretative guidelines for the application of European regulations, ensuring that insect production meets the required hygienic and sanitary standards, safeguarding public health, and promoting safe consumption. This thesis explores the current regulatory landscape by examining both European regulations and Italian ministerial notes and assessing their influence on production practices. Furthermore, it focuses on the hygienic conditions necessary for breeding, managing, and processing insects intended for human and animal consumption. This research highlights the main challenges and opportunities related to the alignment of regulatory standards with the growing demand for insect-based products, offering insight into their potential contribution to global sustainability and food security.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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