Randomized trial evaluates organic waste media effects on nutrient profile of black soldier fly larvae, suggesting optimal growth sources.
Organic waste can be processed through bioconversion using Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae. This study aims to evaluate the effects of different waste inputs on the growth and nutritional composition of BSF larvae. The feed media used were: P1 (broiler chicken excreta waste), P2 (red dragon fruit waste), P3 (white crystal guava waste), and P4 (California papaya waste). Larvae were analyzed based on growth, survival rate, larval color, and nutrient content, including moisture, ash, crude fat, crude protein, and crude fiber using proximate analysis. Data were analyzed using ANOVA and the DMRT post-hoc test (P < 0.05) with SPSS version 25. Results from the 20-day bioconversion period showed the highest harvest weights and survival rates were observed in treatments P2 and P4. It can be concluded that P2 and P4 yielded the most favorable outcomes among the fruit-based treatments. However, crude protein content in P2 and P4 was lower than in P1 (broiler chicken excreta waste). Additionally, moisture content in P4 was higher than in P1. Papaya (P4) and dragon fruit (P2) waste show potential as bioconversion media due to their ability to support adequate maggot growth, harvest weight, and nutrient content.
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