Consumers’ perception towards eggs from laying hens fed commercial black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae meal-based feeds

Files

IDL-60938.pdf (634.5 KB)

Date

2022

Authors

Journal Title

Journal ISSN

Volume Title

Publisher

Elsevier Inc

Abstract

This study evaluates consumer perceptions of eggs from hens that are fed black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens)/ BSFL-based diets, and the socioeconomic factors that influence consumer perceptions in Kenya. Findings demonstrate that increased awareness creation and evidence-based demonstration regarding the benefits of BSFL-based feed in poultry production would improve consumer perception and foster uptake of this rapidly growing and emerging technology. The survey was conducted through a random sample of 200 consumers responsible for their household or family purchases.

Description

Keywords

BLACK SOLDIER FLY, INSECTS AS FEED, HERMETIA ILLUCENS, AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION, POULTRY, EGGS, AWARENESS, CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR, KENYA, SOUTH OF SAHARA

Citation

URI

http://hdl.handle.net/10625/60938

DOI

Collections

IDRC Research Results / Résultats de recherches du CRDI
2020-2029 / Années 2020-2029
Research Results (CRFS) / Résultats de recherches (SARC)