Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens): A Boon to the growing Poultry Industry

India is among the top five chicken and egg producers in the world, but there are certain challenges to the business for small poultry farmers because of the quality, quantity and cost of feed. The high nutritive value of Black soldier flies aids as a substitute to attribute the challenges. Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) is a voracious feeder that can devour a wide variety of organic waste products. This makes black soldier fly larvae an attractive option for poultry farmers looking to reduce the cost of their feedstock. Black soldier fly larvae are high in protein and can be used as a substitute for traditional chicken feed. Not only are they nutritious, but they also provide chicks with important digestive enzymes. In addition, black soldier fly larvae are environmentally friendly and can help reduce the amount of waste produced by chickens.