Publications by authors named "T I E Veldkamp"
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- - The egg production industry is exploring alternative protein sources, like black soldier fly (BSF) larvae, to create more sustainable feed options for laying hens in response to consumer and institutional demands.
- - A study with 560 Brown Nick laying hens tested the effects of incorporating live BSF larvae and BSF larvae meal and oil into their diet, finding that hens consuming BSF products ate less feed, but egg quality remained generally consistent, despite lower egg weights in certain cases.
- - The research indicated that the type of BSF larvae product used (live larvae vs. meal and oil) affected results more than the amount included, with improved or similar feed conversion ratios, suggesting effective nutrient utilization without negatively impacting organ weight.
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- Black soldier fly (BSF) larvae are being explored as poultry feed due to their potential health benefits and sustainability, possibly improving broiler performance.
- The research examined how different forms of BSF larvae (live, meal, and oil) and their inclusion levels in diets affect the growth and meat quality of slow-growing broilers.
- Results indicated that BSF larvae inclusion led to similar or improved feed efficiency in broilers without negatively affecting carcass traits, highlighting their potential as a viable feed option.
Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) are considered a commercially viable solution for global organic waste problems. The objective of this study was to assess the feasibility of rearing BSFL on a wide range of low-value waste streams and its potential to transform them into high-quality animal feed and fertilizer. Six waste streams of different origins were selected and each tested in triplicate.
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