Can BSFL be used as edibles for humans?
There is interest in Black Soldier Fly Larvae for human food from specific groups. At present, Black Soldier Fly products have not been approved for use in human foods.
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We have an answer. Below is a series of frequently asked questions that we've come across over the years. Should your question not appear, please feel free to reach out to our team for a thoughtful response.
BSF
I would like to start a small BSFL colony. How would you recommend I start?
There are a number of BSFL hobbyists and a wealth of information online. Our focus is on commercial production.
I’m interested in [another type of insect]; where can I get this information?
EnviroFlight exclusively utilizes the Black Soldier Fly. We recommend you check with your local university; they may offer helpful extension programs.
What food source(s) do you feed the BSFL?
Like humans, Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) require balanced diets. We feed our BSFL a variety of materials including Dried Distillers Grains with Solubles (DDGS) from ethanol plants and brewer’s grains from nearby Yellow Springs Brewery, cookie meal, and other organic materials available from pre-consumer processing. All materials fed to our BSFL are safe for use in animal feeds and meet AAFCO guidelines.
What is the regulatory status on insects in the food chain?
Our goal is to gain acceptance as an ingredient in the animal food industry. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has formed a group The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) to ensure all animal ingredients meet nutritious and safety standards before use. Currently, EnviroFlight® is working with the FDA to get ingredients approved through this process. As of today, Black Solider Fly have been approved through this process for use with salmonids.
Why don’t you feed your BSFL animal waste/manure or post-consumer waste?
We follow the American Association of Feed Control Official (AAFCO) Guidelines. We also believe the manure waste of livestock is not a healthy diet for our larvae; the potential of heavy metal contamination, salmonella, and other unknown pathogens is not worth the risk.
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