Following the first edition in 2023, the Global Black Soldier Fly Conference (BSFCON) is back in 2025, bringing together the world’s leading minds across science and industry to unlock the full potential of Black Soldier Fly (BSF, Hermetia illucens). The event will take place in Cambridge, UK, from September 8-10, 2025.
Organized jointly by the University of Cambridge, Better Origin, FreezeM, and Innovafeed, BSFCON remains the only international conference fully dedicated to BSF. From cutting-edge research to industrial breakthroughs, this unique event offers a 360° view of one of the most promising species for sustainable transformation. BSFCON provides a crucial platform to connect researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, buyers and policy-makers, advancing the future of feed, food, fuel, and waste valorization through BSF innovation.
The event will feature:
- Expert-led sessions on physiology, genetics, nutrition, feedstocks, behavior, and automation
- Keynotes from global academic and industry pioneers
- Poster sessions and interactive workshops
- High-value networking opportunities with the global BSF ecosystem
New in 2025 is the Industry Day, a full day focused on market evolution and commercial use cases, investment trends and funding insights, showcasing near-future innovations, and challenges and opportunities in marketing insect products as sustainable.
“In a world facing mounting climate and resource pressures, BSFCON stands out as a vital catalyst for change. From feed and pet food to biofertilizers and waste management, BSF is no longer a niche innovation; it's a proven, scalable, and versatile solution. Yet, significant industrial and market challenges remain: scaling production, aligning regulation, educating consumers, and unlocking new applications,” organizers said.
Find more information here bsfcon.com.
