Transforming Coffee and Meat By-Products into Protein-Rich Meal via Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Hermetia illucens)
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(2), P. 460 - 460
Published: Jan. 9, 2025
In
response
to
increasing
food
waste
and
the
necessity
for
sustainable
resource
utilization,
this
study
evaluated
effectiveness
of
black
soldier
fly
(Hermetia
illucens)
larvae
in
converting
a
mixture
coffee
meat
residues
into
protein-rich
meal
suitable
animal
feed.
A
two-component
design
optimized
substrate
composition,
followed
by
model
validation
comprehensive
nutritional
characterization
larvae-derived
protein.
The
larval
contained
30–39
g
protein
per
100
(dry
basis).
results
indicated
that
residue
content
35%
maximized
yield.
52.9
basis)
favorable
parameters
such
as
moisture
fat,
demonstrating
nutrient
profile
aquaculture
These
findings
suggested
Hermetia
illucens
could
convert
agro-industrial
by-products
high-quality
Coffee
served
substrates
growth,
supporting
proper
metabolic
development
yielding
high
bioconversion
rate.
This
work
contributes
constant
efforts
valorization
integrating
recovery
processes
circular
economy
principles.
Language: Английский
Neural Network for AI-Driven Prediction of Larval Protein Yield: Establishing the Protein Conversion Index (PCI) for Sustainable Insect Farming
Claudia L. Vargas-Serna,
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Angie N. Pineda-Osorio,
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Carlos Gómez-Velasco
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Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(2), P. 652 - 652
Published: Jan. 16, 2025
The
predictive
capabilities
of
artificial
intelligence
for
predicting
protein
yield
from
larval
biomass
present
valuable
advancements
sustainable
insect
farming,
an
increasingly
relevant
alternative
source.
This
study
develops
a
neural
network
model
to
predict
conversion
efficiency
based
on
the
nutritional
composition
feed.
utilizes
structured
two-layer
with
four
neurons
in
each
hidden
layer
and
one
output
neuron,
employing
logistic
sigmoid
functions
layers
linear
function
layer.
Training
is
performed
via
Bayesian
regularization
backpropagation
minimize
mean
squared
error,
resulting
high
regression
coefficient
(R
=
0.9973)
low
mean-squared
error
(MSE
0.0072401),
confirming
precision
estimating
yields.
AI-driven
approach
serves
as
robust
tool
yields,
enhancing
resource
promoting
sustainability
insect-based
production.
Language: Английский
The hidden drivers: Unraveling the impact of density, moisture, and scale on Hermetia illucens rearing
PLoS ONE,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20(1), P. e0317049 - e0317049
Published: Jan. 8, 2025
The
black
soldier
fly
(
Hermetia
illucens
)
is
a
saprophagous
insect
known
for
bioconverting
organic
waste,
potentially
offering
environmental
benefits,
such
as
contributing
to
waste
reduction
and
nutrient
cycling.
performance
of
larvae
varies
significantly
with
factors
substrate
moisture,
larval
density,
scale
production.
Three
experiments
were
conducted
using
mix
spent
mushroom
(SMS)
chicken
feed
(CF).
In
the
first
experiment,
250
reared
on
100
g
dry
matter
(DM)
at
moisture
levels
65–75%.
Results
showed
that
average
individual
weight,
total
biomass,
conversion
ratio
(FCR)
improved
increased
moisture.
second
300
350
larvae/box
tested
70%
75%
highest
fresh
weight
(158.6
mg)
was
observed
larvae,
while
biomass
achieved
larvae.
Finally,
different
scales
(10–2,500
25–6,500
larvae)
similar
feeding
rate.
recorded
scale,
no
clear
correlation
between
scale.
However,
50
(33.2%).
Overall,
this
study
underscores
need
adjust
efficiency
when
SMS,
CF
or
other
diets.
optimal
results
SMS
per
DM,
approximately
2
cm
.
Language: Английский
Expanding black soldier fly (BSF; Hermetia illucens; Diptera: Stratiomyidae) in the developing world: Use of BSF larvae as a biological tool to recycle various organic biowastes for alternative protein production in Nepal
Biotechnology Reports,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
45, P. e00879 - e00879
Published: Feb. 10, 2025
The
growing
global
demand
for
food,
particularly
animal
protein,
is
intensifying
challenges
related
to
food
security
and
environmental
sustainability.
increase
in
organic
waste
generation,
coupled
with
inefficient
management,
further
deteriorating
living
conditions
by
negatively
impacting
the
environment
public
health,
especially
developing
nations.
This
study
investigated
potential
of
black
soldier
fly
larvae
(BSFL)
recycle
major
daily
fractions
Nepal.
BSFL
were
exposed
seven
different
biowaste-based
substrates
locally
sourced
from
fruit
vegetable
markets,
farms,
industries.
Additionally,
evaluated
rapeseed
cake
as
a
supplement
enhance
growth
nutritional
content.
survival
rates
exceeded
80
%
on
industry
but
dropped
63
high-moisture
like
waste.
Mixed
(14.7
mg/day)
bakery
(11.5
supported
higher
average
weight
gain,
likely
due
their
better
nutrient
values
(soluble
carbohydrates
proteins).
Although
alone
hindered
larval
growth,
its
supplementation
biowastes
improved
survival,
bioconversion
rates,
increased
protein
content
up
32
%,
reduced
fat
36
%.
These
findings
indicate
can
effectively
diverse,
available
wastes
countries
Nepal,
providing
sustainable
source
domestic
contributing
feed
security.
As
this
first
research
needed
elucidate
chemical
microbial
safety
reared
develop
technical
solutions
commercial
production
low-income
economy.
Language: Английский
Concentrations of fat-soluble vitamins and carotenoids in black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia Illucens) fed with fermented authorized and unauthorized biowaste in Europe.
Future Foods,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 100614 - 100614
Published: March 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Comparison of Growth and Composition of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens L.) Larvae Reared on Sugarcane By-Products and Other Substrates
Insects,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(10), P. 771 - 771
Published: Oct. 6, 2024
Black
soldier
fly
larvae
(BSFL)
can
convert
organic
waste
into
high-quality
biomass.
In
this
study,
we
tested
the
potential
of
sugarcane
by-products
as
a
food
source
for
BSFL
and
compared
larval
development
nutritional
value
with
some
other
substrates.
Seven
different
substrates
were
used,
including
carrot
pomace
(C),
leftover
bread
(CB)
(50/50),
bagasse
vinasse
(BV),
molasses
(BM),
bagasse,
vinasse,
(BVM),
mixture
all
above
treatments
(MX),
university
canteen
leftovers
(UCLs).
The
weight
length
measured
two
weeks
from
day
5
to
19.
Then,
harvested
analyzed
dry
matter,
crude
protein,
oil,
ash,
mineral,
fatty
acid
composition.
Larval
varied
depending
on
feeding
substrate
provided.
University
resulted
in
having
at
least
18%
greater
(17.00
mm)
56%
(3.15
g)
treatments.
highest
amounts
protein
(38.9%)
oil
(39.06%)
observed
UCL
treatment,
while
BV
treatment
had
quantities
ash
(28.9%)
matter
(28.0%).
profile
revealed
three-times-higher
levels
saturated
acids
than
unsaturated
was
twice
high
Overall,
best
growth
substrate,
combination
(BV)
most
appropriate
among
by-products.
Language: Английский
Evaluating the Influence of Nutrient-Rich Substrates on the Growth and Waste Reduction Efficiency of Black Soldier Fly Larvae
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(22), P. 9730 - 9730
Published: Nov. 8, 2024
Background:
The
black
soldier
fly
(Hermetia
illucens)
has
emerged
as
a
promising
tool
in
sustainable
waste
management,
owing
to
its
larvae’s
ability
efficiently
convert
organic
into
valuable
biomass.
Objective:
This
study
investigates
the
impact
of
various
substrate
compositions
on
growth,
reduction
efficiency,
and
bioconversion
rate
(BSF)
larvae
illucens).
aim
is
optimize
feeding
strategies
enhance
effectiveness
BSF
management
protein
production.
Methods:
A
controlled
experiment
was
conducted
over
20-day
period,
using
four
different
types:
100%
sludge,
75%
sludge
+
25%
chicken
feed,
feed.
Each
treatment
had
three
replicates
with
100
each.
Larval
growth
metrics,
including
weight
width,
were
recorded
bi-daily.
efficiency
calculated
based
remaining
larval
biomass,
respectively.
Elemental
analysis
performed
determine
type
accumulation
elements
larvae.
Results:
Significant
differences
observed
rates
across
substrates.
feed
led
highest
(M
=
0.0881
g/day,
SD
0.0042)
7.52%,
0.34),
while
achieved
86.2%,
2.15).
ANOVA
tests
indicated
that
composition
significantly
affected
these
outcomes
(p
<
0.05).
showed
substantial
variations
concentrations
calcium,
cadmium,
nickel
among
substrates,
having
0.2763
ppm,
0.023),
from
other
treatments
0.001).
Conclusions:
results
demonstrate
crucial
for
optimizing
efficiency.
Nutrient-rich
such
biomass
production,
although
careful
consideration
elemental
accumulation,
especially
heavy
metals,
essential
safe
application
animal
Language: Английский