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BSF bucket composter version 2.1

Details of the newest version of my DIY bucket composter are available at THIS page or by clicking the link in the sidebar. This version features more ventilation, a new filter material and a more efficient drain outlet. I’ve had requests for a shopping list of parts which I’ll try to post very soon. I’ve [...]

Posted 25 June 2010 † Jerry § Raising black soldier fly larvae § The BioPod ‡ Comments (6) ° Also tagged:

BSF bucket composter updates

I’m a bit behind in posting these videos but I’m trying to keep a running record of my progress with this do-it-yourself black soldier fly bucket composter.

Posted 31 May 2010 † Jerry § Raising black soldier fly larvae § The BioPod ‡ Comments (1) ° Also tagged:

Attracting black soldier flies with corn

Once the BSF are established the result is a nearly odor-free process, but in the beginning it’s best to have a strong odor so the females can locate the unit. I like using fermented corn because even though it has a strong odor I don’t find it as offensive as most rotting food. It’s not a smell that I necessarily like, but it’s one I can live with during the set up phase and once I’ve got a dense colony I can go back to the normal, mild and pleasant odor of a balanced BSF composter.

Posted 28 April 2010 † Jerry § Establishing a new colony ‡ Comments (9) ° Also tagged: ,

BSF article by Harvey Ussery

Black Soldier Fly, White Magic Harvey Ussery recently authored an article titled “Black Soldier Fly, White Magic” first published in Backyard Poultry Magazine The article in the October/November issue fills 4 pages and includes photos of a BSF adult (from this site), BSF larvae and a few of the BioPod™. I especially liked the title [...]

Posted 05 October 2009 † Jerry § The BioPod § publicity ‡ Comments (6) ° Also tagged:

The BioPod™ is not a toaster – a disclaimer

By that I mean you can’t simply buy one, add food waste to it without further involvement and expect it to perform properly. Successful operation of a BioPod requires regular observation of the black soldier fly (BSF) colony and small adjustments designed to keep it balanced. There are only a few simple adjustments involved, but [...]

Posted 01 August 2009 † Jerry § The BioPod § Utilizing black soldier fly larvae ‡ Comments (18) ° Also tagged: