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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0032579126000544
This is a study on black fly larvae and their effect on Salmonella in chickens. From what I've read, it indicates that, while the effect of living black fly larvae to suppress the presence of Salmonella in chickens is known, there seems to be evidence that the same effect extends to *dried* larvae. So, those of us who don't yet raise our own larvae, or who do so seasonally, can reap the benefits of feeding them to our flock dried for long-term storage.

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What an unexpected benefit!

I was already excited by the idea of the fly larvae being a source for both high protein and calcium, but now there might be some medical value? I'm hoping we see more information come out with more research.

For the folks who do feed the larvae, how much do they feed? At first glance, I would consider it a treat?

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Yeah, I think it's mostly used as a treat, but I have seen some homemade feed "recipes" that call for certain amounts. I'm not sure how good it is as a major source of protein.

It's nice to know that roadkill/compost gone wrong could help create something that helps with calcium, protein levels, as well as possible other things.

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I've read good news about these larvae for years, but I'm just a bit too far north for growing them. It would take a greenhouse and extra lights, which is still just a dream.

That said, I know if I had a cheap easy source of live ones, my chickens would be thrilled!

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I made a bin, It was easy, it worked, and I just couldn't do it. Adding scraps which you have to do very often, is disgusting. I tried to turn my mind off, not think about it. I just couldn't do it. It's a bummer I'm so squeamish, I really wanted to eliminate buying bsf. My hat is off to all you who can do it.

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