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Barley

Mealworm and Black Soldier Fly frass sustain barley biomass and nutrient uptake comparable to mineral fertilizers while enhancing soil microbial diversity.

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Beans

Black Soldier Fly and insect frass enhance bean yield, nutrient efficiency, and resilience against fungal pathogens.

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Cabbage

Black Soldier Fly frass supports cabbage growth and vigor by reducing pest pressure, enhancing natural plant defenses, and sustaining higher overall biomass.

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Corn

Insect frass promotes taller growth and stronger vegetative development in sweet corn.

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Cowpea

Black Soldier Fly frass reduces Fusarium wilt disease in cowpea by activating plant defense responses through its natural chitin content.

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Kale

Black Soldier Fly frass enhances kale biomass, drought tolerance, and systemic defenses against insect pests.

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Lettuce

BSF and mealworm frass improve lettuce biomass, soil health, and tolerance to drought and Fusarium wilt.

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Maize

Black Soldier Fly frass increases maize yields, improves nitrogen efficiency, enhances soil health, and strengthens natural resistance to pests and diseases.

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Oats and Spelt

Black Soldier Fly frass improves growth performance and yield in oats and spelt systems.

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Potato

Chitin-enriched Black Soldier Fly frass enhances potato growth and soil health while offering a sustainable alternative to conventional fertilizers.

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Rice

Black Soldier Fly frass improves rice yields, boosts nutrient uptake, and supports enzyme activity for healthier, more resilient plants.

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Red Clover

BSF frass application boosts red clover biomass by improving soil fertility.

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Soybeans

Black Soldier Fly frass improves yield, reduces thrips populations, and supports greater diversity and resilience in soil arthropod communities.

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Spinach

Mealworm and Black Solider Fly frass improve spinach growth, root development, chlorophyll content, and nitrogen uptake.

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Spring Onions

Black Soldier Fly frass maintains yields in spring onions comparable to conventional fertilization.

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Sudan Grass

Black Soldier Fly frass enhances Sudan grass growth and biomass accumulation.

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Sweet Potato

Black Soldier Fly frass sustains sweet potato production, improves nutritional value, and supports greener leaf development.

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Tomato

BSF, cricket, and insect frass improve tomato fruit yield, plant health, and natural resistance to diseases and pests.

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Wheat

Black Soldier Fly frass promotes stronger shoot growth, higher chlorophyll levels, and improved nutrient uptake even in low-nutrient soils.