MASS REARING OF
INSECT
INTRODUCTION
Insect mass rearing is the controlled cultivation of large
of population of insects for various purposes, such as
biological pest control, research, or the production of
commodities like silk or food. This process involves
creating optimal conditions for the insect’s growth,
reproduction, and development in a confined
environment. Precision in environmental factors,
nutrition, and monitoring is crucial to ensure successful
and efficient mass rearing, contributing to advancements
in agriculture, medicine and other fields
REQUIREMENTS AND
PROCEDURES IN MASS
REARING
REQUIREMENTS
Housing requirements
Use appropriate containers with proper
ventilation for different developmental stages of
insects
Substrate
Provide a suitable substrate or medium for
insects to lay eggs or pupate depending on the
species
Temperature and Humidity Control
Maintain controlled environmental conditions,
including temperature and humidity to mimic the
insect’s natural habitat
Lighting
Insects have specific light requirements for
reproduction or activity. research the needs of the
particular insect species
Food source
Provide a nutritious diet that replicates the insect’s
natural food source. This could include plant matter,
other insects, or specialized diets
Cleanliness
Regularly clean and sterilize rearing containers to
prevent the build-up of harmful microorganisms
Space
Allow sufficient space for insects to move and develop
within their containers
Monitoring and Record-keeping
Regularly monitor the health and development of insects.
Keep detailed records of environmental conditions,
feeding schedules, etc.
PROCEDURES
Collecting Insects
Capture or obtain insects from a reliable source.
Ensure that the collected insects are healthy and
free from diseases
Hatching eggs or larvae
Create conditions conducive to the hatching of eggs
or the emergence of larvae
Feeding
Provide a suitable diet for each developmental
stage. Adjust feeding schedules as needed
Pupation
Allow larvae to pupate if applicable to the species.
Provide a substrate conducive to pupation
Emergence of adults
Create conditions for the emergence of adult insects.
This may involve maintaining specific light cycles or
temperature conditions
Reproduction
Facilitate mating and reproduction in the case of
sexually reproducing insects
Harvesting and Separation
Harvest insects at the appropriate developmental
stage for your specific purpose. Separate
individuals as needed
SELECTED BOTANICAL
AND ITS DESCRIPTION,
ACTIVE CHEMICAL
COMPOSITION AND
PREPARATION FOR
BIOASSAY USE
BOTANICAL DESCRIPTION
Plant type
Pea plants are herbaceous annuals that belong to
fabaceae family
Stem
Pea plants have climbing or trailing stems covered
in fine hairs
Leaves
The leaves are compound, consistingof several
pairs of oval-shaped leaflets with a smooth or
slightly toothed margin
Flowers
Pea flowers are butterfly-shaped and can be white,
pink, purple, or a combination of these colors.
They are fragrant and borne in inflorescence
Fruit
After successful pollination, the flowers develop into
elongated pods containing round or oval-shaped
seeds
Roots
Pea plants have a tap root system
ACTIVE CHEMICAL
COMPOSITION FOR
BIOASSAY PREPARATION
Pea seeds contain various chemical components,
including carbohydrates (such as starch), proteins,
and dietary fiber
Pea seeds are a good source of essential amino
acids, making them nutritionally valuable
Pea seeds also contain vitamins, including vitamin C,
vitamin K, and B vitamins
Pea seeds are rich in minerals such as iron,
potassium, and magnesium
Pea seeds contain bioactive compounds, including
(poly) phenols and flavonoids, which have antioxidant
and potential health-promoting properties
Pea seeds may contain lectins, which are proteins
that can bind to specific carbohydrates and have
potential applications in bioassays
THANK YOU !!!
Abud, Vivian P.
Bajas, Marly D.
Gapul, Arlyn Q.
Talisaysay, Reynald B.
Valenzona, Sheila May E.
