| Summary: | The increasing human population and improved living standards
in developing countries have led to a higher demand for animal proteins,
which has resulted in increased costs of animal feed ingredients such as fish
meal, fish oil, soybean meal, and cereals. The global economic slowdown, has
further compounded this challenge, making it crucial for the animal production
industry to find innovative methods to secure future social, environmental and
economic needs. Black soldier fly (BSF) larvae have emerged as a promising
nutrient alternative due to their high protein and fat contents and a rich source
of vitamins and minerals comparable to soybean and fish meal. Black soldier fly
larvae (BSFL) has the potential to reduce the cost of chicken feed formulations
by partially replacing soybean and/or fish meals. This is one of the primary
reasons why insects like BSF are seen as viable alternative protein sources for
animal feeds. This review attempts to assess the challenges faced by the poultry
industry and strategies to overcome feeding issues through the use of BSFL.
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