Effect of Larval Feed on the Nutritional Quality of Black Soldier Fly Larvae Meal as an Alternative Feed for Shrimp

The demand for annual shrimp feed in Indonesia is projected at 12-13 million tons/year and is driven by government initiatives to boost shrimp exports. Shrimp feed constitutes a substantial portion (60-80%) of total pond operating expenses. To reduce reliance on imported protein ingredients such as fish meal, meat bone meal, soybean meal, and pollard, the potential of Black Soldier Fly ( Hermetia illucens ) larvae as a domestic protein source for shrimp feed is being explored. However, limited research has been conducted on maggot-based shrimp feed formulations, and large-scale trials in Indonesia are scarce due to inconsistent quality of BSF larvae products. This study focuses on achieving stable nutritional profiles and consistentphysical and chemical characteristics of BSF larvae, aiming to produce suitable BSF larvae-flour for vannamei shrimp feed. A meticulous cultivation process encompasses on bioconversion, substrate composition, environmental condition, pre-processing, dehydration, and flouring of BSF larvae was employed to ensure consistent quality. Additionally, the research evaluates compliance with Minimum Technical Requirements for protein and fat content(SNI 01-2354-(3-4)-2006), as well as ash content in feed ingredients (SNI 2354-1-2010) and Vannamei Feed ingredients (SNI 11372-7813-2013). Bioconvertion method applied was successfully providing solution to Polewali Mandar Central Market waste problem, through intensive cultivation of BSF larvae. The three samples of maggot flour from substrates A, B and C that were analyzed fit will all the feed ingredients condition, all test components obtained were in accordance with SNI. Except for thewater content and microbial components in substrate C flour.