Protix has released new scientific findings that strengthen the role of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) as a high‑quality, functional ingredient in canine nutrition. The study, published in Animal Feed Science and Technology and developed in collaboration with Bruna Agy Loureiro, PhD, assessed a BSFL‑based diet and its effects on digestibility, energy availability and intestinal health in adult dogs.
Key findings
- High nutrient digestibility and excellent diet acceptance.
- Higher metabolisable energy compared with poultry by‑product meal.
- Reduced faecal ammonia and a trend towards increased faecal SIgA.
- Significant shifts in the faecal microbiota associated with BSFL inclusion.
These results reinforce insect‑derived ingredients as sustainable, functional and high‑quality alternatives for modern pet food formulation. A promising step forward for innovation in the sector.
Read the article here: Animal Feed Science and Technology | Vol 343, In progress (1 September 2026) | ScienceDirect.com by Elsevier
