Black Soldier Fly Farming Business Profit Calculator
With the BSF business calculator you can quickly validate your plans regarding commercial insect farming! These numbers give you an idea about how much you can save money or make it with BSF farming.
The calculation is based on Manna Insect’s reference module, assuming full capacity, efficient working methods, optimial insect trays and proper equipment.
Please note that before reaching the maximum capacity, trial runs are needed to find the best recipe for substrate.
Organic waste: maximum capacity 4 tn / batch with Manna Insect reference module (max. 3x6m)
Labor: loading and unloading Manna Insect Farming unit with stackable trays requires on average 2-3 hours / ton workload with usable tools and equipment.
Power consumption: average power consumption is 700 – 900W average in warm climates (+15 to +30)
Amount of BSF eggs should be approximately 40–100 g per ton, with 50 g per ton used in calculations based on the Manna Insect reference recipe.
Egg prices vary significantly and lack standardization. With an optimized breeding process, costs below $0.20 per gram are achievable.
Dried larvae is typically 1/3 of it’s original weight
OUTPUT ratio between larvae and fertilizer is HIGHLY dependent on the quality and moisture of the substrate but it can typically be around 40% from wet substrate and 50/50 ratio with larvae and frass.
INITIAL INVESTMENT
The level of investment is contingent upon factors such as the quantity of Manna MIND units, the size and material of the module frame and insulation, the processing equipment, and the specific requirements.
See also our insulation calculator to estimate a need in your climate
For a professional piloting project including one locally purchased and build BSF farming unit, along with professional processing equipment, construction and training, the estimated price should fall within the range of 10,000 to 15,000 USD.