High Organic Matter
With up to 85% organic matter, frass improves soil texture, water-holding capacity, and soil carbon levels.
Premium Organic Amendment
Frassilizer™
Frass is the organic matter left after black soldier fly larvae bioconversion. Rich in available nutrients, beneficial microorganisms and natural chitin, it is a soil builder designed to improve soil structure, resilience and plant performance.
- High organic matter improves soil health
- Chitin stimulates plant defense response
- Improves the soil microbial community
- Enhances plant growth and crop yields
- Contributes to soil structure and water-holding capacity
- Fit for turf, cover crops, and gardens
Nutrient Composition
Biology-First Soil Nutrition
Frassilizer™ is a premium organic fertilizer and specialty soil ingredient with high organic matter, strong water-holding capacity, and active microbial content. It is well suited for turf, cover crops, gardens, and other regenerative growing systems, while remaining adaptable to different crop goals.
Nutrient-DenseBioactiveLow C:NResilience-EnhancingBlendable
Chitin-Rich
Unique to BSFL frass, chitin helps stimulate plant defense mechanisms under environmental stress.
Beneficial Microbial Communities
Frass supports nutrient cycling, nutrient availability, disease protection, and bioactive compounds in the soil.
Plant-Available Nutrients
It contains a full array of macro- and micronutrients, with a low C:N ratio that helps keep nitrogen accessible to plants.
Easy Application
Small, consistent particle size and low odor compared to manure makes frass ideal for blending and top-dress application. It can also be used in compost inoculants and liquid formulations.
Market Segments
Where Frassilizer™ Creates Value
Frassilizer™ is a biology-first soil amendment that helps restore soil health, support plant resilience and reduce reliance on synthetic fertility programs. Designed for growers and land managers who want a biological soil builder with easier application. Its feedstock-driven variability also supports product formats tailored to specific applications and customer needs.
GranularWater-HoldingTop-DressLow-OdorRegenerative
Golf & Sports Fields
A strong fit for turf systems that value soil structure, water-holding capacity, and consistent, easy-to-spread amendments.
Lawn & Landscape
Ideal for landscaping beds, shrubs, flowers and perennials.
Municipal Landscaping & Public Green Spaces
Well suited for municipalities and parks departments seeking a locally produced, low-odor, easy-to-apply amendment for high-visibility public landscapes.
Living Soil Formulators & Soil Blenders
An excellent ingredient for living-soil brands, custom blenders, and specialty soil formulators seeking a biologically active ingredient for premium mixes.
Organic Gardening
Well suited for home gardeners and organic growers looking for a premium soil builder for gardens, raised beds, and container mixes.
Regenerative Agriculture
Valuable for cover crops and pastures where soil vitality, microbial activity, organic matter, and long-term soil vitality matter.
Competitive Advantage
Frassilizer™ vs. The Alternatives
Frassilizer™ stands apart because it combines biological activity, chitin, and closed-loop traceability in a locally produced amendment. Unlike many conventional inputs, it is positioned as both a soil builder and a regenerative input with crop-specific adaptability.
| Performance Metric | Frassilizer™ | Vermicastings | Cattle Manure | Poultry Manure | Synthetics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrogen Density | Variable to High | High | Low | Moderate | Variable |
| Microbial Activity | High | High | Moderate | Moderate | None |
| Crop Health Support | High | High | High | High | Moderate |
| Chitin | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Odor | Low | Low | Moderate | High | Low |
| Soil Health Impact | Builds | Builds | Builds | Builds | Degrades |
Sustainable & Traceable
Closed-Loop Origin You Can Trust
Frassilizer™ is produced through IHT's Bugs4Rent™ bioconversion technology in an efficient, traceable, closed-loop process. Because frass varies with feedstock, IHT can tailor the nutrient profile for specific uses such as vegetables, turf, or flowering plants. This gives growers a locally produced amendment with clear origin and a circular-economy story they can trust.
TraceableRegenerativeCircularSustainableLocal
Elevate your Soil Health with Frassilizer™
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