Insect Protein Content Estimator

Protein content varies significantly by insect species, diet, and processing. Cricket (Acheta domesticus) dry weight is approximately 60-70% protein, making it one of the most protein-dense farmed insects. Black soldier fly larvae contain 40-44% protein on a dry weight basis. Diet protein content, amino acid profile, and processing method (whole, powder, extract) all affect the final protein yield.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crickets lead with 60-70% protein by dry weight. Grasshoppers are similar at 60-65%. Black soldier fly larvae contain 40-44%, and mealworms 45-55%. However, BSF larvae grow faster and on lower-quality substrates, so total protein per unit of feed may favor BSF at scale.

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