Insect frass in the development of sustainable agriculture. A review [PDF]
Agronomy for Sustainable Development, 2021 AbstractGiven the current rate of human population growth, the mass breeding of insects for feed and food is in full industrial development, as a more efficient and effective alternative to conventional livestock for the production of animal protein. In these industries, the production of insect excreta (frass) represents one of the main outputs of the
Jorge Poveda
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Assessment of the Short-Term Fertilizer Potential of Mealworm Frass Using a Pot Experiment
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2021 The forecasted growth of insect production in the next few years will generate high quantities of frass (insect excreta). Although frass is increasingly considered a potential fertilizer, the dynamics of nutrient supply by frass is still poorly ...
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Frass and Furious: Unfolding the Potential of Insect Frass as Soil Fertilizer
AgrochemicalsOver the past decade, insect farming has garnered significant scientific and commercial attention due to its potential as a sustainable and efficient alternative nutrient source for both animal feed [...]
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Dual Role of Tenebrio molitor Frass in Sustainable Agriculture: Effects on Free-Living Nematodes and Suppression of Meloidogyne incognita [PDF]
BioTechInsect-derived frass is gaining attention as a circular bioeconomy product with fertilizing and pest-suppressive potential. This study investigates Tenebrio molitor frass as a soil amendment for promoting beneficial nematodes and suppressing Meloidogyne ...
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Recycling waste via insect agriculture: Frass impacts on soil and plant health. [PDF]
J Environ QualAbstract Frass—the main by‐product of insect rearing for animal feed—is emerging as a promising soil amendment and plant growth promoter. However, basic agronomic information is lacking and prevents frass’ widespread use as a biofertilizer.
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The potential of insect frass for sustainable biogas and biomethane production: A review
Bioresource TechnologyInsect-based protein production has gained traction in recent years. This has led to the increasing production of frass, the residual substrate from insect farming. As a relatively new substrate with characteristics that are not widely known, its energetic potential still needs to be investigated.
Magro, Adele Dal +3 more
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The Response of Monoecious and Dioecious Cultivars of Agricultural Hemp to an Organic Fertiliser Derived from Black Soldier Fly Frass [PDF]
InsectsThe development of sustainable food systems requires the appraisal of novel methods of maintaining soil nutrients and the evaluation of alternative crops and sward systems.
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Insect frass and exuviae to promote plant growth and health [PDF]
Trends in Plant Science, 2022 Beneficial soil microorganisms can contribute to biocontrol of plant pests and diseases, induce systemic resistance (ISR) against attackers, and enhance crop yield. Using organic soil amendments has been suggested to stimulate the abundance and/or activity of beneficial indigenous microbes in the soil.
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Bioethanol production from edible insect excreta: a case study on frass from house crickets [PDF]
Biofuel Research JournalHouse crickets are among the most promising edible insect species for inclusion in future agri-food systems. Their appeal stems from environmentally sustainable rearing practices, a high nutritional value, and a long history of traditional use as food ...
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Black Soldier Fly Diet Impacts Soil Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Frass Applied as Fertilizer
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2021 Increased global production of animal-based protein results in high greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and other adverse consequences for human and planetary health.
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