ARTICLE Alternative Proteins Magazine October 2024 53 and catalase) in the hepatopancreas of P. vannamei. This supplementation improves the growth and non-specific immunity of P. vannamei4. APPLICATION OF SILKWORM PUPAE IN PET FOOD Silkworm pupae are packed with protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals essential for pets' overall health and well-being. They are particularly rich in amino acids, crucial for muscle development and maintenance, making them an ideal option for promoting lean muscle mass in pets. Moreover, silkworm pupae are highly digestible, which is beneficial for pets with sensitive stomachs or food allergies, ensuring efficient nutrient absorption without gastrointestinal discomfort. Recent studies have highlighted the potential of silkworm pupae in pet diets. For instance, research conducted by scientists at Kasetsart University in Bangkok, Thailand, demonstrated that silkworms can substitute poultry meal in canine diets without adverse effects on health or nutrient digestibility. The study found that inclusion levels of up to 14% of silkworms in dog food were well-tolerated and supported healthy digestion in dogs. Similarly, in Taiwan, researchers at the Miaoli Agricultural Research and Extension Station developed silkworm pupae-based cat food. This innovative approach was tested at a cat cafe, where feline residents showed increased energy levels and improvements in Amino Acids Unit Silkworm Pupae – Full Fat powder Silkworm Pupae – Defatted Meal Fish Meal 60% Fish Meal 65% Squid Liver Powder Shrimp Head Meal Soya Bean Meal Source Asp Thr Tyr Val Met Lys g/100g g/100g g/100g g/100g g/100g g/100g Loopworm Pvt Ltd 6.8 1.6 2.2 3.1 0.5 3.7 Loopworm Pvt Ltd 7.1 4.7 4.5 4.1 1.7 4.7 Indian Fishmeal producer 5.6 2.0 1.8 2.9 1.6 4.2 Indian Fishmeal producer 6.8 2.6 2.6 3.4 1.6 4.4 Indian Squid meal producer 5.4 2.1 2.2 2.5 0.6 2.4 Indian Soymeal producer 6.7 2.3 2.2 2.7 0.6 3.6 Indian Jawla meal producer 5.9 2.1 2.2 3.4 1.4 4.0 Table 2 Product Units Cholesterol Beta-sitosterol Phospholipids SoyaMeal 50% Squid liver powder LoopMeal Pro (Silkworm Pupae Defatted powder) LoopMeal Omega (Silkworm Pupae Full fat powder) Fish meal 60% Fish meal 65% LoopOil (Silkworm Pupae Oil) Shrimp Head Meal Krill Meal ppm ppm ppm ppm ppm ppm ppm ppm ppm 6 2154 1825 3574 4344 4412 6102 7260 3400 60 398 377 732 22 23 1356 64 20 370 600 610 1030 780 740 1230 - - Table 3
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