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INGREDIENTS
NUTRIENT SOURCE + PURINES
g/100g
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60
50
40
30
20
10
0Soy Extract Fish meal Meat PAP BSFL PAP
Protein Fat Ash Fiber Purines (x100)
Fig. 2: BSFL’s ratio of key ingredients is most finely balanced
The exoskeletons of insects, the so-called exuviae, largely consist
of the polysaccharide chitin, a crude fiber component suitable for
animal feed. It has also been shown that chitin and its derivative
chitosan may stimulate the immune system and thus strengthen
the animals' internal defenses against external influences.
Wholesome insect granules as a source for pet
food.
The processing procedure for full-fat insect granules is
coordinated in such a way that all valuable ingredients of the
larvae are retained. Compared to partially defatted meals, full-fat
granules utilize the entire potential of the BSFL. This high-quality
raw material thus contains all the natural energy of the insect fat,
and the antimicrobial and antioxidant effects of the bioactive
ingredients can also be used completely.
Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) naturally contain high-quality
and easily digestible nutrients: protein and fat, minerals such
as copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, selenium and zinc, as
well as various (B-) vitamins are present in a balanced ratio. Insect
protein contains all the essential amino acids, and insect fat is
highly energetic and has a valuable fatty acid content - about 50
percent lauric acid alone.
For most pets, protein from insects is also an as yet unknown
protein source and is therefore considered a promising protein
alternative in case of feed allergies and intolerances.
Color
Odor
Post-darkening in process
Health
Powder
Granules
Post-clumping
Regional
Friendly
Sustainable
Humidity
Beige
Sweet biscuits-coconut-chocolate
No
Laurine+amino acid+fibers
Flowable
Ingredo ProBug Granulate
No
Yes
Support farmers
No by-products
1-14%
Fig. 4: Wholesome insect granules have very valuable properties
AMINO ACID DISTRIBUTION
g/100g
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Technical aspects also speak in favor of the use of wholesome
insect meal in animal feed: for example, it is much easier to utilize
during processing. The material has a much lower tendency to
batch and its flowability is remarkable. Feed components based
on full-fat meal prove to be color- and odor-solid and enable a
stable and homogeneous end product.
0
Arginine
Cysteine
Glycine
Histidine
Isoleucine
Leucine
Lysine
Methionine
Phenylalanine
Serine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Valine
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Soy Extract Fish meal Meat PAP BSFL PAP
Fig. 3: BSFL protein is characterized by an optimal amino acid profile
Bioactive ingredients stimulate internal defenses
Insect larvae are exposed to numerous germs in their natural
habitat and they need effective mechanisms to defend
themselves against them. With the help of antimicrobial peptides
(AMP) and a high content of lauric acid, BSFL keep bacteria,
viruses and fungi at bay.
The AMP contained in BSFL, as well as the high concentration of
medium-chain lauric acid (MCFA) in the fat, also offer benefits
to dogs and cats: Ingested in the feed, they can support animal
health with their antimicrobial as well as antioxidant effects.
• Siddiqui S. Brunner T. et al.: “Insect-based dog and cat food: A short investigative review on market, claims
and consumer perception.” Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology, 2023; Vol.26, Issue 1.
• Veldkamp T., Dong L. et al.: "Bioactive properties of insect products for monogastric animals – a review".
Journal of Insects as Food and Feed, 2022; 8(9): 1027-1040. SPECIAL ISSUE: Insects on the monogastric
menu.
• Valdés F., Villanueva V. et al.: “Insects as Feed for Companion and Exotic Pets: A Current Trend.” Animals,
2022; 12.
• Freel T., McComb A. et al.: “Digestibility and safety of dry black soldier fly larvae meal and black soldier fly
larvae oil in dogs.” Journal of Animal Science, 2021; Vol.99, No.3: 1-8.
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