Method and apparatus for mass producing insects entomopathogens and entomoparasites
AssigneeCrop Genetics International Corporation
InventorsCharles W. Carr, Douglas M. Kolodny-Hirsch
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Abstract
This invention discloses a new apparatus for the rearing of insects and the production of insect related products, primarily insect viruses and parasites commonly used for the control of insect pests. The apparatus comprises an environmental control system, a sealed enclosure consisting of a hood and a base, and a system of vertically or horizontally supported food leaves. Laminar air flow may be used. The method of use in producing insects, insect viruses, insect pathogens, and other insect products is also disclosed. Use of this apparatus and method affords savings in labor and supplies.
Claims13
An apparatus for rearing insects comprising,
- a base,
- a rectangular enclosure mounted on the base,
- means for controlling the environment within the enclosure,
- means for providing laminar air flow within the enclosure,
- means for positioning food leaves inside the hood, and
- food leaves positioned inside the hood.
The process of rearing insects comprising the steps,
- charging an apparatus for rearing insects with food leaves,
- inoculating the apparatus with eggs or immature phases of the insects,
- ventilating the apparatus with laminar flow air at temperature and humidity suited for the rearing of the insects,
- incubating for a duration of time adequate to rearing the insects, and
- harvesting the insects or products of their rearing.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.