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Black Soldier Fly Academy Launches Spanish Training

We're excited to announce that our Soldier Fly Technologies Academy is now available in Spanish! As pioneers in Black Soldier Fly farming technology, we're committed to making sustainable agriculture education accessible to Spanish-speaking communities worldwide.
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Are Soldier Flies a Threat to Humans? Unraveling the Myths and Uncovering the Truth

In the fascinating world of insects, where appearances can be deceiving, it is common for misconceptions to arise, especially when it comes to flies. When we encounter creatures like the Black Soldier Fly (BSF), often regarded for their remarkable waste management abilities, one question lingers in the minds of many: are they harmful to humans? In this blog post, we will separate fact from fiction and provide a clear understanding of the relationship between soldier flies and human beings.

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Do Black Soldier Flies Bite or Sting? Unlocking the Secrets of These Gentle Insects

In the insect world, flies often get a bad rap, associated with annoyance, biting, and the spread of disease. However, the black soldier fly (BSF) breaks this mold, emerging as a beneficial ally in various domains, from waste management to sustainable protein production. One common question arises: do these insects bite or sting humans, and are they harmful in any conceivable way?

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Soldier Fly: The Unsung Heroes Revolutionizing Composting and Our Food System

In a world grappling with environmental challenges, finding sustainable solutions for waste management is paramount. Enter the soldier fly – an unassuming insect with the potential to revolutionize composting and transform our food system. While the name might not conjure images of eco-warriors, soldier flies (Hermetia illucens) are proving to be powerful allies in the fight against food waste and environmental degradation.

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A letter to the world from a 2nd Generation Insect Farmer

How can one company effectuate change on a global scale? We license our technology to deploy it more rapidly and help the world upcycle organic waste back into our broken food system.

Historically the power of insects has been grossly under utilized. It's time to harness the power of insects and help the world progress towards a sustainable food system.

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Black soldier fly as feed: move over, fish meal

Did you know that most animals are raised on fish? It’s true! Fish meal is the main source of protein in many animal diets. This includes your pets at home as well as farm animals and even farmed fish.

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Black soldier fly as feed: natural and nutritious

If you find the idea of eating bugs a little hard to swallow, you’re not alone. The “yuck” factor still keeps most Americans from embracing bugs as food. But over the last couple of decades, there’s been a surge in research and development on how to use insects to impact the world without having to put them on our plates

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