A sustainable protein source right in your backyard. The process of raising black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) enables you to build miniature nutritional production facilities. First, you’ll need a container. A basic plastic container that allows drainage through its holes will work perfectly. The tenants need limited care but require sufficient space within their living area.

The Substrate: A Cozy Bed
BSFL require an appropriate living environment, although they will accept any type of food. Place organic waste together with food scraps inside the container. The meal of your black soldier fly larvae consists of both fruit peels and vegetable scraps. You can prepare the waste material into a compost pile that both protects the environment from landfill waste and provides nourishment for your larvae.

Temperature and Humidity: Getting the Climate Right
Black soldier flies love warmth. Aim for a temperature around 80°F (27°C). The environment becomes too chilly for them, which results in their adoption of arctic documentary-like positions. The environment should remain moist yet avoid extreme wetness, just like the perfect sponge cake requires.

Welcome the Flies
The following step involves establishing an environment for adult black soldier flies to enter. The setup should be welcoming to attract adult black soldier flies. These pollinators start the operation moving by laying their eggs and accelerating the process. Soon enough you will watch tiny larvae moving through the container.

Care and Feeding
Continue giving the growing larvae kitchen waste as food. Meat and dairy products should be avoided since they follow specific standards. The waste materials undergo transformation into protein-rich larvae through the feeding process of these insects. From a human perspective, it appears as if nature is creating recycling machines.

Harvest Time
Ready to harvest? Time to harvest occurs when the larvae develop their dark coloration. You can find the larvae by performing a process that resembles treasure hunting. Dry your BSFL larvae after rinsing them until they reach a ready state for serving to your pets. Your pets benefit from pure nutritional ingredients as the supplements carry only essential natural substances.