LEARN HOW TO CREATE An insect farm adapted to your needs.
Everyone benefits, from small farmers and producers, socially and environmentally conscious people and people looking to generate income based on a circular economy.
— Welcome to an exciting and innovative way to learn and build your mealworm farm! Here at our platform, we are dedicated to providing you with a one-of-a-kind experience that will educate you on the fascinating world of mealworms and empower you to create a sustainable and eco-friendly source of protein.
Our program is designed to be engaging and interactive, with expert guidance and support every step of the way. You'll learn about the life cycle of mealworms, how to care for them, and even how to harvest and use their nutritious protein your favourite recipes or for your pets.
So, whether you're a curious beginner or an experienced insect farmer, we invite you to join our community and discover the joys of mealworm farming. Get ready to embark on an exciting new journey that will benefit you and the planet we call home.
Welcome to the future of sustainable food production!
LEVEL 1
BASICS OF
MEALWORM
PRODUCTION
Raising mealworms can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Not only can you provide a nutritious food source for your pets, but you can also help reduce your carbon footprint by producing your food in a circular economy way. Additionally, mealworms are relatively easy to raise and require little space or equipment.
Table of Content
- Introduction to Raising Mealworms
- Benefits of Raising Mealworms
- Mealworm Life Cycle
- Setting Up a Mealworm Farm
- Choosing the Right Substrate
- Feeding and Watering Mealworms
- Harvesting Mealworms
- Storing and Using Mealworms
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Conclusion and Next Steps
Why Raise Mealworms
Advantages of Raising Mealworms
Common Uses for Mealworms
Benefits of Raising Mealworms
Nutritional Value of Mealworms
Environmental Benefits of Mealworm FarmingEconomic Benefits of Mealworm FarmingMealworm Life CycleEgg StageLarva StagePupa StageBeetle StageSetting Up a Mealworm FarmChoosing the Right LocationTypes of Mealworm Farming SystemsEquipment Needed for Mealworm FarmingChoosing the Right SubstrateTypes of SubstratesFactors to Consider When Choosing a SubstrateHow to Prepare the SubstrateFeeding and Watering MealwormsTypes of FeedHow Much to Feed MealwormsWatering MealwormsHarvesting MealwormsWhen to Harvest MealwormsHow to Harvest MealwormsCleaning and Preparing Mealworms for ConsumptionStoring and Using MealwormsHow to Store MealwormsWays to Use MealwormsMealworm RecipesTroubleshooting Common IssuesMould and BacteriaPestsEnvironmental FactorsConclusion and Next StepsFinal ThoughtsResources for Further Learning
LEVEL 2
Mealworms production for Professionals
Raising mealworms can be a great business opportunity. The demand for animal food is expected to rise by as much as 80% by 2050. Now the livestock sector uses about 70% of all agricultural land. Producing 15% of all-human generated greenhouse gases. There is a significant shift to make more and better protein for feed and food.
Table of Content
- Raising Mealworms: Scaling up
- Setting up the Mealworm Farm
- Understanding the Life Cycle of Mealworms on Scale
- Feeding and Watering Mealworms
- Harvesting and Processing Mealworms
- Marketing and Selling Mealworms
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Conclusion and Next Steps
— What you'll get on Entolab Academy.
You can also count on our support and consultancy to make the integration a smooth and efficient process.
— Frequently asked questions
How does back pricing work?
Through a monthly membership, you will receive access to our knowledge base, and our cloud base applications with AI. And all the support you'll need to manage your farm efficiently.
How much space do I need?
Vertical farming is ideal for small spaces. In addition to being space-saving, it consumes few resources such as electricity, water and gas. And all of these are already available at home.
How much time do I have to dedicate?
You can spend from a couple of hours per week, up to 9 hours per week according to our calculations. We are always working to ensure that our system automates as many situations as possible to minimise the time spent on the farm.
How much this would cost?
Starting your farm is very economical. You can start with a minimum of trays and a very simple structure. And you can scale up to industrial production or maintain it according to the space and needs available.
What's the minimum I need to start?
Through a monthly membership, you will receive access to information, applications and data to efficiently manage your insect farm.
Is it a complicated process?
Not at all, because we have simplified and documented the whole process. And with the support of our app, which aims to simplify farm management, you can start producing protein and fertiliser in no time.
MEALWORM FARMING FOR
an online guide
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