Budidaya Ulat Jerman (Super Worm) Skala Rumahan. Cara Perawatan Dari Telur Hingga Panen

Summary

In this video, Rizki Pratama from Taniling TV explores the process of breeding German worms (Ulat Jerman) in Solo, Indonesia. The video highlights the step-by-step preparation, care, and management of worms, from setting up the breeding environment with specialized boxes to feeding the larvae with fresh papaya and other vegetables. The process also covers the metamorphosis of larvae into beetles, their life cycle, and how they are harvested for use as fishing bait or animal feed. With insights on the economic aspects, the video is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in this unique agricultural venture.

Takeaways

• 😀 The process of raising German worms (ulat Jerman) starts with preparing a box (bok) and filling it with polar and 1/2 kilo of papaya leaves and beetles.
• 😀 The box used for raising the worms is 30x40x12 cm in size, and for each box, 125 beetles are added.
• 😀 After 2 to 3 weeks, larvae (larva) begin to appear, and the beetles are transferred to a new box for continued breeding.
• 😀 Beetles can lay eggs up to 10 times within a 5-month period, with new beetles emerging after each egg hatching cycle.
• 😀 To care for the larvae, fresh plant stems such as papaya or other vegetables are provided, and dried ones are replaced.
• 😀 Beetles only drink from the polar, not consuming the papaya leaves. They do not eat the leaves but rather make them dry.
• 😀 Once larvae reach one month, they start consuming the polar, turning it into a powder that must be replaced regularly.
• 😀 Larvae are given additional concentrates every 2 weeks to support growth.
• 😀 German worms take about 2 to 3 months to reach maturity, and after 3 months, they can be harvested for use as bait or animal feed.
• 😀 The process from larvae to adult beetle takes about 6 months, with a quarantine stage where the larvae transform into pupae, then into full beetles.

Q & A

What are the main preparations needed for breeding German worms?

The main preparations include setting up containers (bok) with a size of 30x40x12 cm, filling them with 1/2 kilo of polar (a substrate), and adding 125 adult beetles (kumbang). The containers should be covered for protection.

How long does it take for larvae to appear after introducing beetles into the prepared containers?

After placing the beetles in the containers, it typically takes 2 to 3 weeks for larvae to appear, which signals that the eggs have hatched.

How often do the beetles need to be transferred to new containers?

Beetles should be transferred to new containers approximately every two weeks to ensure the larvae are growing in the right conditions. The beetles can lay eggs up to 10 times over 5 months.

What type of food is provided for the larvae as they grow?

Larvae are fed with fresh plant materials such as papaya stems and leaves. If the food dries up, it is replaced with fresh food, including other vegetables like spinach.

Do the adult beetles consume the food in the same way as the larvae?

No, adult beetles do not eat the food. Instead, they suck the nutrients from the polar substrate, while the larvae eat the fresh plant material provided.

How is the polar substrate managed during the breeding process?

The polar substrate should be replaced every month after being consumed by the larvae. Over time, it turns into powder as the larvae feed on it.

How often should concentrated feed be added to the larvae’s environment?

Concentrated feed should be added once every two weeks to support the larvae’s growth as they mature.

At what age are the German worms ready for harvesting?

German worms are typically ready for harvesting at around 2 to 3 months old, depending on their intended use. They can be used for fishing bait or as animal feed.

What is the metamorphosis process from larvae to adult beetles?

The larvae undergo metamorphosis over a period of approximately 6 months. After reaching the pupal stage, they are placed in individual containers. They will become pupae within 2 weeks and, after another 2 weeks, will develop into adult beetles.

What is the cost breakdown for breeding German worms in terms of materials and output?

For one container, the initial costs are approximately 188,000 IDR for 125 beetles and around 50,000 IDR for 10 kilograms of polar. Each bok can yield up to 10 kilograms of worms, which are priced at 40,000 IDR per kilogram.