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Edible Insect Production in Thailand: Sustainable Supply Chain Management.
Sasiprapa Krongdang1, Karthikeyan Venkatachalam2, Thararat Chitov3,4
1Faculty of Science and Social Sciences, Burapha University Sa Kaeo Campus, Sa Kaeo 27160, Thailand.
Insects
|August 28, 2025
Summary
This study provides guidelines for sustainable edible insect supply chains in Thailand, highlighting nutritional benefits and proposing strategies for industry growth. It supports the bio-circular green economy through enhanced production and stakeholder collaboration.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Economics
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Food Science
Background:
- Edible insect consumption is influenced by traditional culture and modern practices, impacting commercial production.
- Edible insects offer significant nutritional advantages over traditional livestock farming.
- Thailand's edible insect industry faces unique strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop guidelines for sustainable supply chain management in edible insect production.
- To analyze the current state of Thailand's edible insect industry.
- To propose actionable strategies for industry advancement.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review and critical analysis of the edible insect industry.
- Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.
- Threats, Opportunities, Weaknesses, and Strengths (TOWS) matrix for strategy development.
Main Results:
- Identified strategies include enhancing production, product quality, and intelligent agriculture.
- Recommended fortification of branding, product development, and R&D investment.
- Emphasized promotion of local product identity and stakeholder collaboration.
Conclusions:
- Sustainable supply chain management is crucial for the edible insect industry.
- Advocates for advancing the bio-circular green (BCG) economy strategy.
- Stresses the importance of food safety regulations and collaborative efforts.
