TOKYO -- An emerging group of Asian venture capitalists are exploring whether insects and lab-grown meat can help meet Asia's growing appetite for food.
Ventures back silkworms and crickets in the race to meet region's dietary needs

Silkworms hard at work. Chinese startup Bugsolutely is making snacks from the nutritious bugs. © Reuters
TOKYO -- An emerging group of Asian venture capitalists are exploring whether insects and lab-grown meat can help meet Asia's growing appetite for food.