Evaluation of hydration with lactoferrin on late-instar Tenebrio molitor larvae performance and functional properties of obtained meal

Insects represent a promising alternative protein source as food and feed. This study evaluated the use of lactoferrin as a hydration source in Tenebrio molitor larvae rearing, on animal performance, nutritional and functional characteristics of insect meals. Seven-week-old larvae were reared for 14...

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Main Authors: Irene Ferri, Matteo Dell’Anno, Benedetta Canala, Stefano Magnaghi, Beatrice Petrali, Luciana Rossi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2023-12-01
Series:Italian Journal of Animal Science
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1828051X.2023.2258906