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"It is crucial we consider alternative protein sources, such as plant-based options, precision fermentation, biomass fermentation, and even insects' - Professor Tuck Seng Wong, University of Sheffield's School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering. Researchers of the National Alternative Protein Innovation Centre (NAPIC) aim to secure a continuous supply of safe, tasty, affordable, and healthy proteins which also support Net Zero goals and futureproof the UK’s food and animal feed security. Read the full article below; https://lnkd.in/eZV-BD6A #insectprotein #sustainability #netzero

🌱 Big News for the Insect Farming Industry! 🌱 Agroloop Hungary has officially opened its cutting-edge insect protein production facility on the outskirts of Budapest—a major milestone for sustainable agriculture and alternative protein production. 🐛✨ This state-of-the-art facility represents the future of insect farming, featuring a fully closed and highly automated system designed to cultivate an incredible 1.8 billion Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae annually. Using around 36,000 crates, this innovative operation optimizes efficiency and sustainability, making it a game-changer for the production of high-quality protein for animal feed. The $30M facility is not just a triumph for Agroloop but a positive step forward for the global insect farming industry, showcasing how advanced technology and sustainable practices can come together to create impactful solutions for our planet. 🌍 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/emd4Wt26 #InsectFarming #Sustainability #BlackSoldierFly #FutureOfProtein #Agroloop #InnovationsInFarming

Just-Fly™ is our Black Soldier Fly eggs product for market entrants wanting to fast-track towards creating profitable and scalable impact, along with operators who only require standard BSF eggs. Our Just-Fly™ BSF Eggs are the perfect alternative protein source for the likes of chickens and other poultry with nutritional benefits such as; ✔️High-Quality Protein Source - BSF larvae are rich in essential amino acids and highly digestible protein, which are crucial for chicken growth, egg production, and overall health. 🥚Enhanced Omega-3 and Fatty Acids- Feeding chickens BSF larvae improves their fatty acid profile, leading to healthier meat and eggs for human consumption. 👍Natural Source of Calcium - BSF larvae contain bioavailable calcium, which supports eggshell strength and the bone health of laying hens. 🤝Improved Gut Health - BSF larvae are a source of natural antimicrobial peptides that help improve gut health and immunity in chickens If you would like to discuss the possibility of setting up an insect farm, get in touch with the team at info@betabugs.uk where we will guide you through everything you need to get set up and running. You can also find out more about our Just-Fly™ Eggs here; https://lnkd.in/eymm-HmK #insectfarming #sustainablefood #alternativeprotein #insectprotein #bsffarming #bsfeggs #BSFL

https://lnkd.in/giCtgN2r 🌐Bühler Group widens its global network of application centers for insect technology by launching the North American Insect Centre. Head over to the Beta Blog to find out more about this latest addition to Bühler's network of application centres for the insect industry, offering its customers rearing trials in three different locations around the world. 🤝The first centre was opened back in 2021 with the Insect Technology Center (ITC) in Uzwil, Switzerland, next to Bühler’s global headquarters, followed by the launch of the Joint Lab based in Shanghai, China, that is operated by the local partner CAS in collaboration with Bühler China. 🐛🥚Each insect centre is equipped with one of Bühler’s advanced Trial Rearing Units (TRU), a larvae growth chamber that can mimic industrial production conditions, with each centre specialised in a different aspect of the rearing process. 📖Read the full issue of Beta Buzz #5 to find out more about Bühler and their insect centres along with other BSF equipment suppliers - https://lnkd.in/etppsqrm #buhler #insectfarming #bsf #betabuzz #betabugs

There is something about reading the physical copy of a magazine! Our Beta Buzz #5 is available in print format for £10 (including p&p within the UK) via the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/evGtkbZP

'Though EU insect producers face higher regulatory and operational hurdles, establishing insect farms remains viable, particularly when leveraging cost-saving approaches like factory co-location near feed and heat sources' - Thomas Farrugia, CEO @BetaBugs Read the below article from Aquafeed.com about the European insect industry and how the industry is navigating growth, costs, and innovation in sustainable protein production; https://lnkd.in/ecRvzhKX #sustainableprotein #alternativeprotein #bsf #insectprotein #betabugs

https://lnkd.in/gsNSXbTb 🌐 Viscon Insect Technology, a division of the Viscon Group, specialises in providing cutting-edge logistics solutions designed specifically for insect farms. Explore our latest blog post to learn about the innovative Entodose system—a state-of-the-art yet practical neonate dosing solution that simplifies and streamlines Black Soldier Fly (BSF) neonate dosing. By automating this critical process, the Entodose system reduces costs and overcomes the inefficiencies of manual dosing in insect farming operations. 🤝 With deep roots in agro and food automation, Viscon began its journey into insect farming in 2014. Since then, it has led the way in developing advanced logistics systems for farms of all scales, from pilot projects to large-scale industrial facilities. 📖 Dive into the latest issue of Beta Buzz for a closer look at the Entodose system and discover additional BSF equipment suppliers to optimise your insect farming processes; https://lnkd.in/etppsqrm #viscon #visconinsecttechnology #betabuzz #insectfarming #farminsects #bsf

Can BSFL eat manure / slurry if the end-product is not going into the human food chain?🦟👇 🙌Yes! 1. BSFL can eat manure and slurry waste streams. If used on farms it can then be valorised into useful products despite not being able to be fed back into the human food chain. This can range from cosmetics to energy such as biodiesel. However, depending on the waste substrate will determine what you can utilise the larvae for at the end of the bio conversion. Many countries including the UK and EU restrict what substrates you can feed to BSFL. 2. The substrate for the feeding of insects may only contain products of non-animal origin or the following products of animal origin of Category 3 material: fishmeal, blood products from non-ruminants, di and tricalcium phosphate of animal origin, hydrolysed proteins from non-ruminants, hydrolysed proteins from hides and skins of ruminants, gelatine and collagen from non-ruminants, eggs and egg products, milk, milk based-products, milk-derived products and colostrum, honey, rendered fats. 3. The substrate for the feeding of insects and the insects or their larvae have not been in contact with any other materials of animal origin than those mentioned in point (b) and the substrate did not contain manure, catering waste, or other waste. #bsf #bsffacts #BSFFAQ #INSECTFARMING #betabugs #FAQ

🚗The Beta Bugs team will be at BFREPA Live 2024, held at the Telford International Centre on Thursday 28th November. 🌐They will be located on STAND 06, where they will be ready to welcome attendees keen to find out more about insect farming and how they can implement the process into their current processes. 👍Pop by the stand if you are attending the event on Thursday, the team would be delighted to speak to you about the many benefits of the Black Soldier Fly! 🤝🥚🪰🐛 More details about the event can be found below; https://lnkd.in/eANH5jgU #BFREPA #BFREPALIVE #BFREPA2024 #BFREPALIVE2024 #BETABUGS #ONTHEROAD #BSF #INSECTFARMING

French insect company Ynsect's financial struggles highlight concerns over the high production costs associated with insect farming in Western countries. The European insect industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, establishing itself as a global leader in technical expertise and industrial scale. Yet, the sector still has untapped potential and challenges like addressing high costs. IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) Beta Bugs Limited Innovafeed Protix https://lnkd.in/dZaTBpuS