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Mealworm Frass FAQ

What is mealworm frass?

Mealworm frass is simply the excrement or manure produced by mealworms. It appears as a brown, sandy-like substance.

How is mealworm frass produced?

Mealworms are raised in trays where they are fed and allowed to grow. As they consume food, they produce frass. The frass is then separated from the mealworms using a sifting process.

What are the benefits of using mealworm frass?

Mealworm frass is a valuable soil amendment due to its rich nutrient content. It provides essential nutrients to plants, promoting healthy growth and development.

Is the mealworm frass you sell processed or treated in any way?

No, the mealworm frass sold is completely natural and unprocessed. It is simply separated from the mealworms and packaged without any chemical additives, heat treatment, or adjustments.

What sizes are available for purchase?

Mealworm frass is available in various sizes to suit different needs. You can purchase 1 lb pouches, 10 lb boxes, and bulk bags holding 750-1000 lbs.

Where can I find the nutritional analysis of your mealworm frass?

Detailed information on the nutrient content of the mealworm frass, including recent findings on amino acid composition, can be found above. 

What can mealworm frass be used for?

Mealworm frass is a versatile soil amendment that can be used for various gardening and agricultural applications. It is suitable for enriching the soil of vegetable gardens, flower beds, potted plants, and even larger-scale farming operations.

How do I use mealworm frass?

Mealworm frass can be incorporated into the soil by mixing it in during planting or by topdressing around existing plants. The specific application method and quantity will vary depending on the type of plants and soil conditions.  Generic application rates are below.

 

Application Rates (only suggestions, modify for your specific use case)

Q: How many applications of frass will I get?

Application Method	Frass Amount to Use	1 Pound Pouch	10 Pound Box	50 Pound Bulk
Pre-Mix	1 Cup per cubic foot of soil	4.5 cubic ft of soil	450 cubic ft of soil	2250 cubic ft of soil
Foliar Feed	4 teaspoons frass per gallon	72 applications	720 applications	3600 applications
Compost Tea	2 teaspoons per gallon, 2 cups per 15 gallons	145 applications (in 1 gallon batches)	22 applications (in 15 gallon batches)	113 applications (in 15 gallon batches
Top Dress	1 tablespoon per plant, 1 pound per 20 sq ft	20 sq ft	200 sq ft	1000 sq ft

 

Q: What is frass?

A:  Frass is the excrement of a mealworm - it's poop!  Unlike animal manure, mealworm frass is dry (only 10% moisture content) and ready to use once collected. 

 

Q: Does mealworm frass smell?

A: Unlike animal manure, there is no foul smell to mealworm frass.  It is very benign, and will be unnoticed even when used indoors.

 

Q: Can I use frass indoors?

A: Definitely!  There are no pesticides or herbicides in my mealworm frass, it is safe to handle and use indoors.  The only thing to be aware of is a slight chance of allergies - overexposure can cause allergies, slight exposure could trigger already existing allergies.  

 

Q: How long does it last?

A: It is shelf stable in moderate humidity and temperature settings for a year.

 

Q: How do you collect your frass?

A:  Using a 42 x 42 mesh and a vibrating mealworm sifter, the mealworms, substrate, and frass are sifted.  The mesh sifter catches a bulk of the substrate and all the mealworms, what comes out the other end is frass!  No other alterations or processing is performed.

 

 Q: How do I use frass?

A: Please note: these are recommendations, your requirements may be different depending on your specific use and environment factors.

For best results, pre-mix into a growing media or soil when planting. If plants or already started, mix frass with water and apply as a root drench. Frass can also be applied as a top dressing, in hydroponic systems, as a foliar spray, and into transplanting holes.