Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) can transform food waste into a nutrient-rich biofertilizer called frass. Consuming almost any type of organic waste, eating up to four times their body weight in waste every single day, much faster than traditional composting. Frass is a nutrient-packed byproduct that acts as a natural fertilizer and contains components plants need to survive, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and other beneficial microbes, also improving water retention. The USDA supports BSFL farming, some challenges are in the way such as regulatory approval and public perception. BSFL offers a low cost and an eco-friendly alternative. Some reports state farmers who have tested frass on their crops have reported faster growth, healthier plants and improved soil, potentially revolutionizing sustainable farming practices. 

This tiny bug transforms food waste into nutrient-rich biofertiliser