In this episode,David Tavernor interviews Dr. Yuval Gilad, CEO of FreezeM, a company revolutionizing black soldier fly (BSF) farming technology. They discuss the evolution of BSF technology, the importance of collaboration in the industry, and the challenges of breeding and scaling production. Yuval shares insights on the future of BSF supply chains, the role of genetics in improving performance, and the financial strategies necessary for success in this growing field. The conversation also touches on regulatory challenges and the potential for BSF in global markets. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Black Soldier Fly Farming02:41 TheEvolution of the BSF Industry05:29 Decentralization in Insect Supply Chains09:33 FreezeM's Innovative Technology17:37 Specialization and Collaboration in the Industry21:14 Cost Dynamics in BSF Production23:58 Genetics and Future of Black Soldier Fly27:56 Genetic Traits and Insect Development32:12 Financing Innovations in Insect Farming35:04 Navigating the Investment Landscape38:03 Promising Markets for Black Soldier Flies44:15 Regulatory Changes for Sustainable Practices48:56 Collaboration and Industry Growth KeywordsBlack Soldier Fly, BSF farming, insect protein, sustainable agriculture, FreezeM, breeding technology, supply chain, genetics, funding, regulation