Residues from black soldier fly () larvae rearing influence the plant-associated soil microbiome in the short term.

The larvae of the black soldier fly (BSFL, ) efficiently close resource cycles. Next to the nutrient-rich insect biomass used as animal feed, the residues from the process are promising plant fertilizers. Besides a high nutrient content, the residues contain a diverse microbial community and application to soil can potentially promote soil fertility and agricultural production through the introduction of beneficial microbes.