Hive Explorer 2.0 Mealworm Farm

Hive Explorer 2.0 - Smart Desktop Mealworm Farm
You can now order at the bottom of the page - IN STOCK !

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Designed in Austria & Hong Kong by Livin Farms LTD
Sustainably upcycles food waste, reclaiming the nutrients
Uses a beneficial insect as the biological engine
Utilizes a species of darkling beetle, Tenebrio molitor
Simple, straightforward instructions
Tech is based on Arduino and completely open source
Produces a nutritious soil amendment for your plants
Converts food waste into usable, bio-available proteins
Automated microclimate maintains optimal parameters
Ample ventilation built into system
Extra mealworm larvae can be utilized to feed animals and birds

EDUCATIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Developed for the home or classroom
Integrates with most STEM / SCIENCE programs
Hands-on, student friendly design
Interdisciplinary learning covers a wide range of topics:
Alternate foods, animal feed, recycling waste, lifecycle,
ecosystems / ecological curricula, climate impacts, land use
1 Unit offers multi-student coverage and applications
Discounts available to educational institutions for 2+ units

WHAT'S INCLUDED

1 Temperature Controlled Safe Heatplate (sensors + hive brain)
1 Perforated Yellow Beetle + Pupae Tray (elevated center for pupae)
1 White Egg Collection + Baby Hatching Tray (neonates)
1 Perforated Larvae Habitat Area (Teal Tray)
1 Frass (Dung) Collection Tray
1 Hinged, Clear, Ease-View Lid
1 Clean Air Filter
1 Magnifying Glass
3 Petri Dishes
3 Tweezers
1 Spoon
1 Power cord (US-compatible voltage)
Instructions and Online Support
Live Mealworms and / or Mealworm Eggs are NOT Included

PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS

Ideal Base Plate Temperature: Approx. 27°C (80-81°F)
Optimal Inside Temperature: Approx. 23-24°C (73-75°F)
Do not place in direct sunlight
Do not operate outdoors

SHIPPING DETAILS

Boxed Weight: 8 lbs
Dimensions: 19" Long x 15" Wide x 6" Tall
Ship via USPS or Fedex Ground (depends on distance from NC)

SHIPPING RATES

48 Contiguous States: $10
AK, HI, USVI, PR GU, Territories: $30
Replacement Fan: $9
CANADA: $45 - USPS GlobalPost Standard Int'l (approx. 10 days)

ORDERING: SEE CHOICES BELOW

Please contact us for shipping quotes on two (2+) or more units or for destinations not listed above.