Fatshimetrie, November 3, 2024 (ACP).- The breeding of cockchafers, a practice that is still little known, was recently the subject of a training course organized by the Association of Fish Farmers of Congo (APC) in N’sele, east of Fatshinetrie, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. During this session, several recommendations were made to ensure the success of this activity.
Engineer Pierre Ngongo Elongo, president of the APC, stressed the importance of having a room adapted to the specific needs of cockchafers, including optimal conditions of temperature, light and ventilation. He also mentioned the need to provide the insects with a bowl of more than 20 liters with a transparent color. These aspects are essential to recreate the natural environment of cockchafers and promote their breeding.
In addition, the feeding of cockchafers was highlighted as a determining factor. Providing insects with food that meets specific standards is crucial to ensure their growth and development. As cockchafers are beetles that live mainly in palm trees, it is important to reproduce their natural environment as best as possible to ensure their well-being.
The training also emphasized the simplicity of breeding cockchafers at home. By adapting the necessary conditions and respecting the needs of these insects, it is possible to successfully breed them effectively. This approach allows anyone interested in this activity to get started without major difficulty.
In addition to practical recommendations, the training was an opportunity to encourage the participation of different stakeholders, such as religious leaders, farmers, traders and members of local communities, in cockchafer breeding. Some participants, particularly the poor, received support from the APC to start their breeding activity.
At the end of the session, the APC president invited all those interested in cockchafer breeding to contact the association to benefit from similar training. Cockchafer reproduction, a process of about thirty days, can thus be mastered thanks to the advice and recommendations provided during these trainings.
In conclusion, cockchafer breeding, although little known, offers interesting prospects for amateurs and professionals wishing to embark on this activity. By respecting the necessary conditions and providing the insects with a suitable environment, it is possible to succeed in this practice and make it a viable and sustainable source of income. ACP/JF