
They have a distinct "nutty or earthy" flavor. Crickets must meet certain labeling and packaging requirements as a frozen food product. They are considered a high protein, low fat, and environmentally friendly food source.

Human Food Source Crickets are harvested, frozen, and sold for human consumption.

Demand is higher than for other feeder insects like grasshoppers and ants. They are a popular choice of food for pets like reptiles and birds. Income Stream Description Considerations Live Animal Feed Crickets are sold live to pet owners and pet shops. If you ship, they can’t be in transit as a rule for more than two days. The easiest way to sell crickets is by local pickup and delivery.

When they’re 10 days old they’re about 1/8 inch long, and that’s when the demand for them begins.
