Black soldier fly eggs hatching guide(Dubbed in English)

Summary

The video script from Guangzhou Unique Biotechnology Co., Ltd. demonstrates the hatching process of black soldier fly eggs. It details the required tools, including a hatching box, raised platform, sieve, hydrothermal graph, and feed options. The procedure involves adjusting feed moisture, egg placement, and environmental control with ideal temperatures of 28°C and 50% humidity. After one to two days, eggs hatch, and larvae are ready for feeding in three to five days, growing to harvestable size in 2-3 weeks.

Takeaways

• 🧑‍🔬 The video is a tutorial by a technician from Guangzhou Unique Biotechnology Company Limited on hatching black soldier fly eggs.
• 🛠️ Essential tools for hatching include a hatching box, a raised platform, a sieve, and a hydrothermal graph for monitoring temperature and humidity.
• 📏 The hatching and raising container can be made of plastic or wood, and a shelf with a sieve is used to hold the eggs above the feed.
• 🐛 Black soldier fly eggs are provided by the company and require specific conditions for successful hatching.
• 🥣 Feed for newborn larvae includes pig feed, chicken feed, or a mix of wheat bran, soybean meal, and corn meal, and kitchen waste can also be used.
• 💧 The moisture content of the feed should be adjusted to 60% for optimal hatching conditions.
• 🍽️ The feed is spread evenly in the container, and the eggs are placed on a sieve above it to ensure proper aeration.
• 🌡️ The ideal temperature for hatching is 28 degrees Celsius, and the ideal humidity is 50% relative humidity.
• 🕒 The eggs hatch within one to two days, and after three to five days, the larvae are ready for further growth on feeding trays.
• 🚫 Direct sunlight, rain, and strong wind should be avoided during the hatching process, and water should not be sprayed directly on the eggs.
• 🌱 Dry materials like cornmeal or wheat bran are scattered around the container to prevent hatched larvae from escaping.
• 🔄 Before placing hatched larvae into the feeding area, fresh feed and a cocoon should be prepared, and the thickness should be about 10 centimeters for young larvae.

Q & A

What are the tools required for hatching black soldier fly eggs according to the script?

The tools required include a hatching box, a raised platform (which could be a plastic box, metal shelf, or anything that can hold the eggs up), a sieve, a hydrothermal graph (an instrument with a thermometer and humidity sensor), and black soldier fly eggs produced by Guangzhou Unique Biotechnology Company Limited.

What is the purpose of the hydrothermal graph in the hatching process?

The hydrothermal graph is used to monitor the temperature and relative humidity of the air, which are crucial for the successful hatching of the black soldier fly eggs.

What type of feed is suitable for the newborn black soldier fly larvae after they hatch?

The newborn larvae can be fed with pig feed, chicken feed, or a mixture made from wheat bran, soybean meal, and corn meal. Kitchen waste can also be used as feed.

How should the moisture content of the feed be adjusted before hatching the eggs?

The moisture content of the feed should be adjusted to 60% before hatching the eggs.

What is the recommended thickness for spreading the wet feed in the hatching and raising container?

The wet feed should be spread out to be about one centimeter thick.

How should the eggs be placed on the sieve in the hatching process?

The eggs should be spread out flat and even on the sieve to prevent them from dying due to a lack of oxygen.

What is the ideal temperature range for hatching black soldier fly eggs?

The ideal temperature for hatching is between 25 to 32 degrees Celsius, with 28 degrees Celsius being the most ideal.

What is the ideal relative humidity range for hatching black soldier fly eggs?

The ideal relative humidity range is 40 to 70 percent, with 50 percent being the most ideal.

How long does it typically take for the eggs to hatch after being placed in the hatching environment?

It takes one to two days for the eggs to hatch after being placed in the hatching environment.

What should be done before placing the hatched larvae into the raising food?

Before placing the hatched larvae into the raising food, fresh feed should be added and the thickness should be around 10 centimeters for the young larvae.

How long does it take for the larvae to grow to a harvestable size after hatching?

It takes about 2 to 3 weeks for the larvae to grow to around 2 centimeters long, which is a harvestable size.