# Edible Bug Hive Towers Livin Farms Has Put Together a Desktop Grower for Insect Protein By M | Published 2015-11-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-protein References: [fastcoexist](http://www.fastcoexist.com/3052692/fund-this/this-desktop-edible-insect-hive-grows-your-daily-protein-at-home?partner=rss) & [livinfarms](http://www.livinfarms.com/) Austrian brand Livin Farms has put together the Edible Insect Desktop Hive to allow consumers to increase their intake insect protein from the comforts of their own home. The device is essentially a countertop cabinet with a variety of drawers that are suitable compartments to grow mealworms for food consumption. It is becoming apparent that [cultivating livestock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatching-time) is one of the leading causes of pollution and the Edible Insect Desktop Hive is an ideal alternative to reduce one's carbon footprint while sustainably growing a natural source of protein. The Desktop Hive comes with a 'microlivestock' kit that allows users to [grow edible bugs in climate-controlled compartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warp-core). The bugs can then be cooked or eaten frozen in meals, soups, smoothies or even burgers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Protein:** The Edible Insect Desktop Hive offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the growing trend towards sustainable protein sources. - **Home Cultivation:** The rise of the Edible Insect Desktop Hive taps into the trend of consumers seeking to cultivate their own food at home. - **Alternative Food Sources:** The Edible Insect Desktop Hive aligns with the trend of exploring alternative food sources to address sustainability concerns. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The Food and Beverage industry can leverage the Edible Insect Desktop Hive to tap into the growing demand for sustainable protein sources. - **Home Appliances:** The Home Appliances industry can capitalize on the trend of home cultivation by developing innovative devices like the Edible Insect Desktop Hive. - **Health and Wellness:** The Health and Wellness industry has an opportunity to embrace alternative food sources, such as edible insects, supported by technologies like the Edible Insect Desktop Hive. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Insect Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-insect-snack.md) - [Insect-Targeted Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seedballs.md) - [Protein-Packed Cricket Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-protein-bar.md) - [Insect Protein-Fed Trout](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finnish-brands.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Urban pollinator architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host.md) - [Automated Commercial Kitchen Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instafarm.md) - [Superfood Mealworm Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfood-shaker.md) - [Insect Protein Dog Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-protein-dog-treats.md)