Kenya: Black Soldier Fly Project to Cut Fish Feed Costs, Create Youth Jobs

Nyeri — Thousands of fish farmers across Kenya are set to benefit from a new initiative promoting black soldier fly farming, which is expected to slash the cost of fish feeds by more than half.

The program, launched through a partnership between the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Aquaculture Business Development Programme (ABDP), will establish over 500 youth-led black soldier fly projects nationwide.

The black soldier fly produces larvae rich in protein, which…