How important is humidity in cricket farming?

Humidity directly affects molting success, feed moisture, and disease risk. Too low ( 80%) promotes fungal growth and bacterial infections. The sweet spot is 60-70% for most life stages.

What ventilation rate do insect farms need?

Ventilation should provide 6-12 air changes per hour. This manages CO2 (keep below 5000 ppm), ammonia from frass (below 25 ppm), and maintains temperature uniformity. Heat recovery ventilation systems help maintain temperature while exchanging air.

Should environmental settings change between growth phases?

Yes. Eggs need higher humidity (75-80%) and warmth (30-33C). Pinheads benefit from slightly higher humidity (70%) than adults. Pre-harvest adults can tolerate slightly lower humidity (55-65%). CO2 tolerance varies by stage too.

Insect Farm Environmental Control Planner

Environmental control is the single most important factor in commercial insect farming success. Crickets thrive at 28-32 degrees Celsius with 60-70% relative humidity. Each growth phase from egg incubation through adult harvest requires slightly different conditions. Proper ventilation manages CO2 and ammonia buildup while maintaining temperature and humidity targets.

Plan Environmental Controls

Growth Phase

Room Size (m²) optional

Ambient Temp (C) optional

Ambient Humidity (%) optional

Temperature

30°C

Range: 28-32°C

Humidity

65%

Range: 60-70%

Max CO₂

4,000 ppm

ventilate if exceeded

Light Cycle

12h

light per 24h period

Phase Notes: Juvenile (2-5 weeks)

Growth phase with highest feed consumption. Monitor for crowding as juveniles grow rapidly. This is when population density management becomes critical. Split bins if density exceeds targets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crickets grow fastest at 30-32C. Below 25C, growth slows significantly, and below 20C crickets become dormant. Above 35C, heat stress increases mortality. Eggs incubate best at 30-33C. Maintaining consistent temperature (plus or minus 1C) is critical for uniform growth.

Insect Farm Environmental Control Planner

Plan Environmental Controls

Phase Notes: Juvenile (2-5 weeks)

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