Insect meal offers a high-quality nutritional profile, with 42% protein content that can meet the nutritional needs of animals. Its notable protein content and complete essential amino acid profile position it as a viable alternative to fishmeal in aquaculture. In addition, it contains 7% calcium and 0.9% phosphorus.
Criterion |
Minimum |
Maximum |
Method |
---|---|---|---|
Proteins % |
76 |
80 |
AOAC 984,13 Kjeldahl |
Fats (%) |
2 |
7 |
AOAC 920,39C |
Ashes (%) |
5 |
8 |
AOAC 923,03 |
Moisture (%) |
4 |
9 |
AOAC 964,22 |
Digestibility (%) |
40 |
60 |
AOAC 971-09 |