Effect of protein concentrate from black soldier fly Hermetia illucens larvae on the productive performance of broiler chickens

In modern agriculture and poultry farming, special attention is paid to the search for alternative protein sources for livestock feeding. Black soldier fly ( Hermetia illucens ) larvae represent a promising feed ingredient due to their high nutritional and biological value, balanced content of proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. The article discusses the nutritional characteristics and the effect of protein concentrate from black lion larvae on the productivity of broiler chickens. It has been experimentally established that replacing 75% of fish meal with protein concentrate from H. illucens larvae helps to increase the live weight of poultry, reduce feed costs and improve meat qualities. Improved digestibility of protein, fat, and fiber was observed, indicating the high bioavailability of this component. Additionally, the article discusses the ecological and technological aspects of larvae breeding and processing, including their ability to utilize organic waste, which makes their use both sustainable and economically justified.