INSECT GENETIC
SELECTION
INSECT FARMING:
the example of the BSF (Black Soldier Fly)
GENETIC SELECTION
Genetic selection is a process of spreading a natural mutation that is considered beneficial to improve a species.
Unlike other genetic improvement techniques such as gene editing, it is a process that is based on the natural characteristics of animals.
POSITIVE IMPACTS
Environment: using fewer inputs to reduce pressure on natural resources
Economy: allowing for higher yields and shorter production cycles
Human health: facilitating access to quality protein sources
BSF GENETIC SELECTION
GAINS FOR THE BSF INDUSTRY
Environment and health
1
More efficient recycling of agricultural by-products,
reducing methane/CO2 impact
2
Increased feed flexibility
to recycle different types of inputs
3
Inbreeding risk management
allowing for greater robustness
Economical
1
Increased protein production capacity at constant capex
due to improved growth rate and control of protein/lipid distribution
2
A reduction in production costs
by improving the Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) which leads to a reduction in input volumes for the same production volume
3
Homogenisation of larvae size
which reduces losses during sieving
Contact us to benefit from Fly Genetics selection and improve your bioconversion performance.