Advancing the Future of Pet Nutrition
At the AFIA Pet Food Conference (January 27th), Dr. Jeffery Tomberlin, Center Director of the Center for Insect Biomanufacturing and Innovation (CIBI), presented compelling research on how black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) can deliver not only a sustainable protein source, but also tailored nutritional solutions for pets across life stages.
Adult soldier fly / Freepik
By adjusting larval diets, researchers can influence nutrient profiles—opening new possibilities for customized ingredients, improved digestibility, and reduced environmental impact in pet food formulations.
A strong example of how science-driven innovation is shaping the next generation of sustainable pet nutrition.
““We can tailor the diet to generate the insect that the industry wants to be used as a ingredient for cats, for dogs, for puppies, for kittens. There’s lots of opportunity there.””