Maggot farming
Maggot farming is the act of growing maggots for industry. It is distinct from vermicomposting, as no separate composting process is occurring and maggots are used to consume flesh, rather than earthworms to consume plant-based materials. Maggots are most heavily cultivated as a source of animal feed for livestock or fish.
Species used
A variety of species can be used, including the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens).[1] Due to convenience, fly species that are indigenous to the area of cultivation are often used.
Method of cultivation
When using indigenous fly species, one tactic (employed by the Songhai Center in Benin)
Use of the maggots
The maggots are often sold and used
See also
References
- ^ "Nutritional Value Of Black Soldier Fly Larvae". Kimmy Farm Vietnam.
- ^ The Blue Economy: 10 years – 100 innovations – 100 million jobs by Gunther Pauli
- ^ Briar, Graham (May 22, 2017). "Building a Maggot Farm". www.youtube.com.
- ^ "How One South African Entrepreneur Hopes to Make Millions From Maggots". Time.
- ^ "BSF Uses - BSF Farming". www.blacksoldierflyfarming.com.
- ^ a b "Leading Maggot Farmer to Expand From Cape Town to California". Bloomberg.com. 2019-10-31. Retrieved 2020-11-29.