Accra, Dec. 6, GNA — The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture’s (IITA) BBEST Project has showcased Black Soldier Fly (BSF) technology and its related products at the just-ended Agrifair held from November 28 to 30 in Accra.
The exhibition formed part of efforts to promote the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices that support livestock feed production, soil fertility, and environmental management.
Over the three-day event, the BBEST team displayed the full life cycle of the Black Soldier Fly, from the egg and larval stages to the pupae and adult stages, drawing interest from farmers, agripreneurs, students, and visitors, a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency said.
It said project officials took turns to explained how the technology helped convert organic waste into two valuable products: protein-rich larvae used in poultry, aquaculture, and pig feed, and frass, an organic fertilizer that improved soil health.
The statement said visitors were schooled on how the BSF production process was regarded as an environmental friendly, reduced waste, and contributed to Ghana’s growing circular bioeconomy.
It said, “The dried larvae are now certified by the Ghana Standards Authority and available on the market. The frass has also been certified by the Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate (PPRSD), making both products safe for agricultural use”.
It said attendees expressed interest in starting BSF production after learning how it could support livestock feeding, vegetable production, and waste reduction.
The BBEST Project, led by IITA and funded by the Government of Norway through Norad, has established a BSF production unit in Ghana, which began operations last year.
The facility produces larvae and frass for farmers and demonstrates IITA’s commitment to supporting smallholder farmers and promoting sustainable agricultural transformation.
GNA
Christian Akorlie