mealworm farming

When you think of skull cleaning, your mind might conjure images of morbid, eerie scenes straight out of a horror movie. However, in the realm of biology, taxidermy, and forensic anthropology, the meticulous cleaning of skulls plays a crucial role in scientific research, education, and art. One fascinating and environmentally friendly method of cleaning skulls … Read more

Mealworms are common household pests that can be quite a nuisance. These small, brownish larvae are the immature form of darkling beetles and are known for infesting stored food products, pet food, and birdseed. While they aren’t directly harmful to humans, they can contaminate food, damage packaging, and create unsightly infestations. In this comprehensive guide, … Read more

One of the most common questions beginners ask is if there is a difference between earthworms and mealworms. That is, if you can substitute one for the other. I can tell you right now there are a lot of things that distinguish the two. So let’s take a closer look at both of them. Mealworms … Read more

Organic mealworms refer to mealworms that are raised using organic farming practices. This means that the mealworms are not exposed to synthetic pesticides, herbicides or other chemicals during their growth and development. Organic mealworms are also fed organic grains, vegetables or other natural food sources. Raising organic mealworms is not difficult. If you have a … Read more

We are all familiar with mealworms of course. We feed them to livestock, pets and in many places around the world, they are a delicacy. But did you know mealworms have many other uses? You might be surprised at just how versatile the humble mealworm could be! Mealworms are often used as animal feed due … Read more

The pupa stage marks the point when a mealworm transforms into an adult beetle. If you have a mealworm farm, knowing how to care for pupa is essential. Mealworms are at their most vulnerable during this period so you have to make sure they are safe and in the right environment. To make it easy, … Read more

The success or failure of a mealworm farm depends largely on their egg production. Understanding the facts about mealworm eggs is going to make it easier for you to set up their habitat properly and encourage them to bred. So without ado, let us dive right in. Mealworms can start laying eggs as soon a … Read more

One of the first things you learn about mealworm farming is they prefer the dark or dimly lit environments. If you buy a mealworm container for instance, the instructions might say place in a dark location. But why is this so? Does it really make a difference if you expose them to light? Mealworms prefer … Read more

Starting a mealworm farm is easy and offers a convenient way to feed livestock and earn some income. One of the keys to maintaining the farm of course is regular cleaning. In this guide I will show the things you have to do to ensure your mealworms are in a clean and safe environment. Replace … Read more