Local Wisdom and Sustainable Future Food: The Role of Crickets and Wolffia in Livelihood Development and Global Food Security
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Local Wisdom and Sustainable Future Food: The Role of Crickets and Wolffia in Livelihood Development and Global Food Security
Wasin Wongwilai, Ph.D. | Wednesday, 12 February 2025 | 2:00–3:00 PM (Bangkok time)
Join us for an insightful discussion on sustainable future foods and the integration of local wisdom in addressing global food security. Discover how crickets (Acheta domesticus) and aquatic plants like Wolffia (Wolffia globosa) can serve as high-nutritional-value protein sources. Learn how combining traditional knowledge with modern technology enhances production efficiency while creating sustainable food products for health-conscious consumers and malnourished populations.
Dr. Wasin Wongwilai is a researcher specializing in sustainable agriculture and food processing technologies at Chiang Mai University. His groundbreaking work focuses on developing innovative approaches for sustainable farming practices, particularly in cricket farming technology and edible insect production. Through his research on clean technology, disease surveillance, and hygiene management in cricket farming, he has established himself as a leading voice in sustainable food production and alternative protein sources, contributing significantly to food security initiatives.
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