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Could huhu grub farming take off in the future?

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 12 Sep 2024, 8:22pm
Huhu grubs have been a staple on the menu at Hokitika Wildfoods Festival over the years but this year it's been cancelled due to Covid-19. Photo / File
Huhu grubs have been a staple on the menu at Hokitika Wildfoods Festival over the years but this year it's been cancelled due to Covid-19. Photo / File

Could huhu grub farming take off in the future?

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 12 Sep 2024, 8:22pm

Some experts believe huhu grub faming could be the way of the future.

Huhu grubs are being touted as an alternative protein source that could solve food security issues - and potentially help the nation's forestry slash problems.

The Country's Jamie Mackay says there's a history of huhu consumption in New Zealand, with Māori confirming the grubs are safe for consumption. 

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