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Entomology
Somaya Naser El Deen, Klaas van Rozen, Hellen Elissen, Piet van Wikselaar, Istvan Fodor, Rommie van der Weide, Elise Federica Hoek-van den Hil, Arya Rezaei Far, Teun Veldkamp
Summary: This study assessed the growth and waste conversion of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) reared on different waste streams. The results showed that fast food waste was the most suitable substrate for BSFL, leading to the highest larval growth and waste conversion efficiency. Slaughter waste, pig manure, and mushroom stems also showed good potential for conversion. BSFL are considered a commercially viable solution for global organic waste problems.
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Engineering, Environmental
Victor Mlambo, Siphosethu Richard Dibakoane, Thabang Mashiloane, Ludzula Mukwevho, Obiro Cuthbert Wokadala, Caven Mguvane Mnisi
Summary: Food waste has negative impacts on the environment and society, and the utilization of black soldier fly larvae to convert food waste into valuable insect meal is a promising solution. This strategy can address food security challenges, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and have minimal environmental impacts, contributing to sustainable food production systems.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
M. Beyers, C. Coudron, R. Ravi, E. Meers, S. Bruun
Summary: Life cycle assessment (LCA) was used to evaluate the environmental impacts of black soldier fly production using different diets. The results showed that non-residue insect feed and energy use contributed significantly to the overall environmental impacts. Insect protein had greater impacts than protein from soybean meal or fishmeal due to high energy consumption and agro-product demands. These findings indicate areas that need to be addressed to enhance the sustainability of European insect production.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2023)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Long Chen, Lei Luo, Wenjie Qin, Xiuling Zhu, Jeffery K. Tomberlin, Junfang Zhang, Dejia Hou, Huanchun Chen, Ziniu Yu, Zhenyu Zhang, Deju Chen, Qing Li
Summary: Protein from livestock cannot meet the increasing demand of the growing global human population. Therefore, converting nitrogen in livestock wastewater into insect protein is gaining attention. In this study, a bioreactor system involving black soldier fly larvae and microbial activity was used to convert nitrogen in wastewater into bacterial and insect proteins. The introduction of nitrifying bacteria from the larvae's gut improved the weight, biomass, and protein gain of the larvae, as well as the nitrogen use efficiency. The study provides a new method for producing alternative protein from wastewater to ensure food security.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Siebe Lievens, Giulia Poma, Lotte Frooninckx, Tom van der Donck, Jin Won Seo, Jeroen De Smet, Adrian Covaci, Mik van der Borght
Summary: The increase in global population has led to a higher demand for animal protein and increased waste production. This study investigated the effects of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) (micro)plastics on the growth, survival, and bioconversion of black soldier fly (BSF) larvae. It was found that the presence of (micro)plastics did not significantly affect the larvae's performance and they were unable to alter the polymer structure of the plastic.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Tarra A. Freel, Alejandra McComb, Elizabeth A. Koutsos
Summary: The trials showed that diets containing partially defatted black soldier fly larvae meal and oil were well accepted and tolerated by dogs, with no negative impacts on their health or physiology. The inclusion of black soldier fly meal and oil in dog diets did not affect general health and could be considered safe for consumption.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Andrea Fuso, Silvia Barbi, Laura Ioana Macavei, Anna Valentina Luparelli, Lara Maistrello, Monia Montorsi, Stefano Sforza, Augusta Caligiani
Summary: Insects, particularly the Black Soldier Fly, are increasingly important protein sources, with their protein and amino acid content varying based on the substrate they are reared on. The use of different substrates affects the protein content, with significant differences observed in the protein fraction based on the rearing substrate, particularly noticeable in autumnal and fruit by-products.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Sruthi Kumar, Lucas Sales Queiroz, Rodolphe Marie, Luis Gustavo Lima Nascimento, Mohammad Amin Mohammadifar, Antonio Fernandes de Carvalho, Chloe Marie Charlotte Brouzes, Heather Fallquist, Wael Fraihi, Federico Casanova
Summary: This study investigates the functionality of black soldier fly larvae protein and the impact of ultrasound treatment on its physicochemical properties. A promising gel system was created using the protein extract, which contributes to the further development of insect-based food.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Vusi Vincent Mshayisa, Jessy Van Wyk, Bongisiwe Zozo
Summary: Edible insects, with their rich protein content and balanced amino acid profile, are considered a high-quality alternative protein source for combating malnutrition. This study investigated the effects of different protein extraction methods on the properties of black soldier fly larvae flour and protein concentrates. The results showed that alkaline and acid precipitation extraction method yielded the highest protein content, and the protein concentrates exhibited superior solubility, emulsion capacity, and stability compared to freeze-dried and defatted black soldier fly larvae flours.
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Environmental Sciences
Anjali Mishra, Surindra Suthar
Summary: This study investigates the bioconversion of fruit waste and sewage sludge mixtures into valuable products using black soldier fly larvae. The larvae caused a significant decrease in total organic carbon and carbon-to-nitrogen ratio, and an increase in total nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium contents in the feedstock. The feedstock combination of 50% sewage sludge and 50% fruit waste, and 70% fruit waste and 30% sewage sludge showed optimal larval biomass yield and nutrient mineralization.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Giuseppe Montevecchi, Fabio Licciardello, Francesca Masino, Lucian T. Miron, Andrea Antonelli
Summary: This study aimed to develop new types of flours combining the characteristics of wheat bread with the nutritional properties of black soldier fly prepupae. The composite flours' composition, properties, and rheological characteristics were analyzed.
INNOVATIVE FOOD SCIENCE & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chang-Tang Chang, Suraj Negi, Aishwarya Rani, Allen H. Hu, Shu-Yuan Pan, Sunil Kumar
Summary: This study managed the food waste and soybean curd residue in Taiwan's National Ilan University using black soldier fly-aided co-composting. The results showed that the black soldier fly-aided co-composting effectively degraded organic matter and produced matured compost that met the standards.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sungho Do, Elizabeth A. Koutsos, Pamela L. Utterback, Carl M. Parsons, Maria R. C. de Godoy, Kelly S. Swanson
Summary: The form and concentration of dietary calcium did not impact the nutrient composition, AA digestibility, and DIAAS-like values of BSFL. Although the digestibility of AA did not differ, diets containing CaCO3 generally had higher DIAAS-like reference values compared to those containing CaCl2 alone. Aromatic and sulfur amino acids were often limiting amino acids in the diets.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shan-Fei Fu, Dong-Hui Wang, Zhong Xie, Hua Zou, Yi Zheng
Summary: This paper evaluated the potential use of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) for the treatment and protein production of food waste digestate. The study found that the digestate from hydrogen and methane fermentations was rich in protein and lipid contents, which promoted the growth and protein production of BSFL. BSFL reared on the digestate performed better in terms of weight, length, and protein content compared to those reared on raw food waste. In addition, the digestate showed a significant reduction in organic matter during the cultivation of BSFL. The use of BSFL for digestate treatment not only provides a disposal method but also produces valuable byproducts, such as insect biomass and organic fertilizer.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
J. De Smet, D. Vandeweyer, L. Van Moll, D. Lachi, L. Van Campenhout
Summary: The black soldier fly is the most produced edible insect on an industrial scale, primarily used for animal feed production. Good hygiene and monitoring practices are essential in industrial production to prevent the introduction of foodborne pathogens via the larvae. More research is needed to assess the risk of pathogen introduction in industrial larvae production due to limited data availability.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Joshua Matthews, Susan J. Torres, Catherine M. Milte, Indee Hopkins, Sonja Kukuljan, Caryl A. Nowson, Robin M. Daly
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2020)
Review
Food Science & Technology
J. Chapman, A. Elbourne, Vi Khanh Truong, L. Newman, S. Gangadoo, P. Rajapaksha Pathirannahalage, S. Cheeseman, D. Cozzolino
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jessica Danaher, Christos G. Stathis, Matthew B. Cooke
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jessica Danaher, Christos G. Stathis, Robin A. Wilson, Alba Moreno-Asso, R. Mark Wellard, Matthew B. Cooke
NUTRITION & METABOLISM
(2020)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Indee Hopkins, Asgar Farahnaky, Harsharn Gill, Lisa P. Newman, Jessica Danaher
Summary: Increasing global populations and limitations on natural resources will further strain the food production system. This study explores Australian consumers' experiences with edible insects and identifies barriers to consumption, as well as factors that may motivate Australians to consume insects. Results show that increasing accessibility and nutrition knowledge may increase the likelihood of insect consumption. By providing more opportunities and education about insect-based food products, a greater proportion of Australians may be willing to eat insects, particularly if presented in indistinguishable forms like flour.
Article
Sport Sciences
Erik D. Hanson, Matthew B. Cooke, Mitchell J. Anderson, Tracey Gerber, Jessica A. Danaher, Christos G. Stathis
Summary: This study compared the effects of heat acclimation and heat acclimation with hypoxia exposure on endurance performance. The results showed that both heat acclimation protocols improved short-duration exercise performance significantly, regardless of hypoxic exposure.
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Luke Hassan, Lisa Newman, Russell Keast, Jessica Danaher, Jessica R. Biesiekierski
Summary: This systematic literature review investigated the acute effects of administering different bitter tasting compounds on circulating levels of selected GI hormones, subjective appetite, and energy intake in humans. The data on food intake and subjective appetite were inconsistent, with only motilin and ghrelin responsive to post-oral bitter administration.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Lisa Newman, Brooke Crawford, Grace Loke, Julia Y. Q. Low
Summary: Olfactory dysfunction can lead to flavor perception and appetite disorders, which may result in malnutrition and affective changes. This problem often occurs during the early stages of SARS-CoV-2 infection and can progress into long-term loss of smell. Therefore, specialized food designs are necessary to provide a healthy and pleasurable eating experience for this population.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Brooke Crawford, Julia Y. Q. Low, Lisa Newman
Summary: This narrative review examines how 'Sensory Play' can affect young children's willingness to try new nutritious foods, particularly fruits and vegetables. 'Sensory Play' is an early childhood sensory education that stimulates the five senses. Previous research has shown promising results in using 'Sensory Play' to increase children's intake of fruits and vegetables. However, there is a lack of research on non-taste exposure activities to increase children's willingness to try unfamiliar fruits and vegetables. The outcomes of this review explore the potential of using sensory-based educational tools to decrease barriers of fruits and vegetables acceptance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
