Project description
Black soldier fly larvae as sustainable protein source for animal feed
Farmers need alternative protein sources to feed animals sustainably and efficiently globally. Insects as feed represent a valuable protein source. The EU-funded FarmInsect project proposes the use of black soldier fly (BSF) larvae as a valuable protein source. BSFs are considered to be nature's perfect upcycling machines. According to the project, they can be utilised in a closed-loop system in which farmers can feed organic side streams to BSF larvae, which convert the organic residues into high-quality protein that can be used to feed animals. This approach will enable farmers to reduce their reliance on global markets and provide a sustainable source of protein for their animals.
Objective
FarmInsect responds to the global need for alternative protein sources for animal feed in a sustainable and efficient way for farmers.
FarmInsect is the first Insect company to put existing farmer in the center of the solution. Utilizing BSF larvae in a full closed loop system, farmers feed the larvae on organic sidestreams. Just as nature’s perfect upcycling machines, larvae convert organic residues to create high-quality protein to feed animals.
With FarmInsect, a livestock farmer can produce up to 1.000tn/yr of BSF larvae at €800 vs. 1.350€/t of fishmeal towards replacing dependency on global markets.
Key to farmers is the healthy value of larvae feed for animals. The BSF larvae contain natural immune-boosting peptides that improve the immune system of farm animals. Insects as feed reduce abnormal behavior such as feather picking in chickens or tail biting in pigs.
Furthermore, added value organic fertilizer is produced as byproduct.
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- agricultural sciences animal and dairy science domestic animals animal husbandry
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HORIZON.3.1 - The European Innovation Council (EIC)
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85232 Bergkirchen
Germany
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