This research demonstrates cost-effective feed strategies in cricket farming, highlighting improvements in food security through black soldier fly larvae integration.
Key Points
A feed recipe combining 20.6% black soldier fly larvae showed optimal performance with an FCR of 2.2 and 99.9% yield.
The integration of black soldier fly larvae reduced feed costs by 33%, making cricket farming more economically viable.
A three-phase experimental approach assessed feed preferences and efficiencies to optimize cricket nutrition.
Using locally sourced ingredients along with black soldier fly larvae can promote sustainable food production and food security.