Food from farming Black Soldier Fly Larvae

Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) are tiny composting powerhouses with a big future in sustainability, farming, and even food tech.

🐛 What They Are

Black soldier fly larvae are the juvenile stage of Hermetia illucens, a harmless fly species that looks a bit like a wasp but doesn’t bite, sting, or spread disease. The larvae are voracious eaters and can grow up to 1 inch long.

♻️ Why They Matter

Waste Warriors: They can devour food scraps, manure, and agricultural waste, reducing compost volume by up to 50%.
Protein Power: BSFL are about 40–50% protein and rich in calcium, making them a sustainable feed for chickens, fish, pigs, and even pets.
Eco-Friendly Farming: They’re used in insect farms to produce animal feed, fertilizer (from their frass), and even grease and chitin for cosmetics and water purification.

🌱 How They’re Used

Composting: People build DIY bins where the larvae self-harvest when they’re ready to pupate.
Animal Feed: Dried or live larvae are fed to livestock and poultry.
Human Food? Yep, some innovators are exploring them as a protein source for people. They’re said to taste nutty and a bit like cooked potatoes.

Containerised Moderated Farming Pods

Our unique containerized farming system can process 8 tons of organic waste into 1,6 tons of live feed and 1,6 tons of fertiliser.

Why BSFL

This high-quality feed/protein is nutritionally comparable to traditional feeds, with good levels of crude protein (38-48%), lipids (35%), and amino acids similar to fish meal. It also contains important nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, iodine, and vitamin-E, making it a strong competitor.

Chitin and chitosan biopolymer extracts are highly valued, making them a new and sustainable source of chitins. Additionally, the by product of BSFL production is a compost/fertilizer called FRASS, which is even more beneficial than the best-known competitive product, earthworm castings, with a rating ten times higher.

The frass obtained from BSFL contains chitins and other trace elements, which gives it unique properties. It has been observed that it can stimulate plant immune systems and enhance plant resistance to insects. The nutrient levels in the compost are so high that successful trials have been conducted using BSFL frass as feed in vermicomposting, which further upcycles energy by raising earthworms.

Why Our System?

Special tailored software and system design to create an optimal environment for maximum larvae yield.

Fly Larvae as Animal Food

Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) are turning heads in the world of animal nutrition—and for good reason. These little wrigglers are nutritional powerhouses and a sustainable alternative to traditional animal feed.

🐛 Why BSFL Are Gaining Popularity

High in Protein & Fat: BSFL meal contains up to 60% protein and healthy fats, making it ideal for pets, poultry, fish, and even pigs2.
Rich in Nutrients: They’re packed with essential amino acids, calcium, magnesium, and potassium—great for bone health and muscle development.
Hypoallergenic: Their unique protein structure makes them suitable for animals with food sensitivities.
Gut Health Boost: The larvae contain chitin, a prebiotic fiber that supports digestion.

🌍 Sustainability Superstars

Feed on Waste: BSFL thrive on organic waste—think food scraps, manure, and even brewery byproducts—turning trash into treasure.
Low Environmental Impact: Compared to livestock, they require less land, water, and emit virtually no methane3.
Circular Economy Champions: By recycling food waste into animal feed, BSFL help reduce landfill use and greenhouse gas emissions.

🐶 Who’s Eating Them?

Pets: Dogs and cats benefit from BSFL-based food, especially those with allergies.
Poultry & Fish: Chickens and fish love them, and the larvae help improve growth rates and egg quality.
Reptiles & Birds: Dried larvae are a favorite treat for exotic pets like geckos, turtles, and parrots.

Fly Larvae as Fish Food

Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) are making waves in aquaculture as a sustainable, high-protein alternative to traditional fish meal—and fish seem to love them!

🐟 Why Fish Farmers Are Hooked on BSFL

Protein Powerhouse: BSFL contain up to 42–60% protein, ideal for supporting fish growth, especially in species like tilapia and trout2.
Rich in Essential Nutrients: They’re packed with amino acids, fats, calcium, and even antimicrobial peptides that may boost fish immunity.
Highly Digestible: Fish readily accept BSFL-based diets, and studies show comparable or even improved growth rates compared to conventional feeds.

🌱 Eco-Friendly Aquafeed

Reduces Overfishing: Replacing fish meal with BSFL helps conserve wild fish stocks.
Upcycles Waste: BSFL are reared on organic waste, turning food scraps into valuable feed.
Lower Carbon Footprint: Their production uses less land and water than soy or fish meal.

🧪 Research-Backed Results

A 2025 study on Nile tilapia found that replacing up to 60% of fish meal with BSFL led to excellent growth, feed conversion, and survival rates—plus better economic returns for farmers