This project assessed the opportunity to produce and use black soldier fly larvae meal as an ingredient for animal feed in Mexico. It included a supply and demand analysis, a competitive framework, and a financial analysis. Read More

What made you interested in pursuing your project?

The production of black soldier fly larvae meal for use as a protein source in animal feed is a promising industry. I believe that if it had been viable to produce black soldier fly larvae meal in Mexico, it would have been the ideal project for me to start my own business after finishing the MFRE.

Describe some of the key tasks and/or deliverables you were responsible for during your project.
I assessed if there was a business opportunity to produce and use black soldier fly larvae meal in Mexico as an ingredient for animal feed. For my project, I did a supply and demand analysis, a competitive analysis, and of course a profitability/financial analysis.

What did you learn that was most memorable and valuable during your project?
During the time I spent gathering primary information in Mexico, I made great contacts with key industry players, and I learned to transfer the knowledgethe I gained into a value-added business report.

How did you apply the skills you learnt during MFRE in your project?
I applied the skills I learned during MFRE throughout the entire project. First, by planning and working on the structure, timeline, and project proposal. Then, for each part of the analysis, I applied several marketing, accounting, and research skills. Lastly, I put together a final business report and presented the project to my classmates and faculty.

Any advice you would give prospective students as they begin searching for their Graduating Projects?
Do something you are passionate about.