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Mr. Nasmul Haque, SOPIRET Project Coordinator , along with his team visited the demonstration pond where farmers used AERI-supplied\u00a0Black Soldier Fly (BSF) as fish feed for safe fish and fish product production and marketing under the Rural Microenterprise Transformation Project (RMTP), funded by the renowned organization Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), implemented by SOPIRET NGO.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n <\/p>\n
Agribusiness and Black Soldier Fly (BSF):<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nAgribusiness may be significantly impacted by the Black Soldier Fly (BSF). Here are some applications for Black Soldier Fly (BSF) in agribusiness sector:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Live fish feed:<\/strong> Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae may be fed to fish including tilapia, trout, and catfish. They are a low-fat, high-protein dietary item that can aid in the growth and well-being of fish.<\/span><\/li>\n
- \u00a0Fishmeal substitute:<\/strong> Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae can be used in lieu of fishmeal in aquaculture diets. Frequently made from wild-caught fish, fishmeal is a high-protein foodstuff. Fishmeal use, however, has the potential to be unsustainable and to contribute to overfishing. Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae may be a more environmentally friendly substitute for fishmeal.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Fertilizer:<\/strong> \u00a0Frass (excrement) from Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae can be utilized as fertilizer. It is a nutrient-rich substance that can aid in enhancing the health of the soil and the development of plants. <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- Biocontrol Agent:<\/strong> \u00a0Aquaculture pest and disease control using Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as a biocontrol agent. Since mosquito larvae may infect fish with illnesses, they can eat them. Additionally, they can eat microbes that can degrade the quality of the water, like algae.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Waste management:<\/strong> Organic waste, including food scraps, manure, and sewage sludge, may be broken down by Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae. This can make a nutrient-rich fertilizer and contribute to a decrease in the quantity of garbage sent to landfills and incinerators.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Black Soldier Fly (BSF) might, all things considered, have a beneficial effect on the sustainability of the agriculture sector. They may be utilized to create live feed, substitutes for fishmeal, fertilizer, and biocontrol agents. This can enhance the health and wellbeing of fish while lowering the negative effects of agriculture on the environment.<\/span><\/p>\nThe following details concerning Black Soldier Fly (BSF)’s effects on agribusiness are also provided:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Protein, necessary amino acids, and fatty acids are all present in large quantities in Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae. An excellent source of vitamins and minerals, they are also.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Growing and taking care of Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae are not too difficult. The application of Black Soldier Fly (BSF) in agribusiness is still in its early stages, although they may be cultivated in a range of environments, including indoor and outdoor facilities. But as a means of enhancing the food system’s sustainability, this technology is gaining more and more attention.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
It is crucial to take into account the following aspects while selecting a Black Soldier Fly (BSF) provider in Bangladesh:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n