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
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PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS

HOW-TO VIDEO LINKS

• 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

• Introduction Video
  
• Adult Beetle & Pupae
  
• Mealworm Harvesting
  
• ​Managing Frass / Castings / Poop

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.

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