Upcoming conferences
Learn about upcoming conferences where you can meet people working on edible insects
XIII European Congress of Entomology (ECE 2026)
ECE 2026 is the ideal forum for exploring this duality and the infinite diversity of insect species, evolutionary strategies, and insect-human interactions. With a rich program of plenary and keynote lectures, symposia, and poster sessions, our goal is to stimulate interdisciplinary dialogue – from fundamental science to applied innovation, from the molecular scale to global policy, and from biodiversity conservation to sustainable development.
Where: Tours, France
When: June 29, 2026 – July 3, 2026

The 5th International Symposium on Research and Application of Black Soldier Fly and Microbes
This symposium brings together leading scientists, industry experts, and policy makers to explore how bio-intelligent manufacturing and the remarkable black soldier fly can turn organic waste into valuable resources, supporting green, low-carbon, and circular agriculture.
Where: Zhengzhou, Henan, China
When: October 15–18, 2025
Topics:
Development and Utilization of Insect and Intestinal Microbial Resources
Research Progress on the Biology of Soldier Flies and Microbial Efficiency Transformation
Soldier Fly Industry and Green Low-Carbon Economy
Soldier Fly Industry Standards and Legislation
Progress in the Industrialization of Organic Solid Waste Recycling
Innovative Models for Ecological Circular Agriculture Technology

