How to make a cricket farm at home DIY

[@byebyeanic]

Great tutorial. Simple and to the point. Thank you for taking the time to do this.

[@MattsFinds]

You're welcome thanks for watching

[@alexandracharaeva122]

Really appreciate you taking your time to make this video.

[@MattsFinds]

Glad I could help

[@davidvaldez6915]

Thank you so much for this. About to test my luck with a cricket farm. I live close to a big fishing spot and I’ve noticed more and more people are looking for crickets for their pets so let’s see how this goes. About to build this after I get the stuff.

[@MattsFinds]

Good luck glad I could help. Don't be discouraged and stick with it they'll eventually breed and keep producing.

[@B18C5EH2]

Thank you for making this. Have you had success with having sustainable cricket farming this way? How long does it typically take to see new crickets from egg laying, to hatching?

[@Rooster_Snuffer]

Same question? how long till you have baby crickets? typically? and how many babies per cricket?

[@Rooster_Snuffer]

Same question? how long till you have baby crickets? typically? and how many babies per cricket?

[@MattsFinds]

Typically they breed in late summer into the fall. You could expect eggs at a minimum of 30 days

[@kittie03spit]

Very informative and straight to the point! Thank you!

[@MattsFinds]

you're welcome glad I could help. crickets are hard to keep alive at first sometimes but once they get established they'll keep reproducing. I would avoid getting them from bait shops

[@spiderstone]

Matt I just got 250 crickets 20 minutes ago.....I'm concerned ..how many can I put in one container You really helped ,your video was perfect Rick

[@MattsFinds]

I would split them up between two containers

[@misslawless6021]

This is awesome, i moved to the country and have one place to buy bugs and most the time they run out so this is soooo helpful thank you!!

[@sarahhamilton2963]

This is really helpful! I plan on making one this weekend. Thank you!

[@anticegelibenez]

Loved your tutorial man. straight to the point I'm a build one today!!!!!

[@MattsFinds]

Awesome and good luck with farm

[@spiderstone]

Real good video Spider Stone

[@gabig9119]

Straight to the point and very creative. I’ll get this going soon hopefully

[@vrvoided]

me and my dad made a cricket farm. this helped a shit ton. thanks bro!

[@MattsFinds]

Glad to help

[@graytv-7345]

Thank you for the tutorial I’m planning on building one

[@MattsFinds]

You're welcome and have fun making it

[@Logan-fp7qt]

I might try it too

[@mattthetrucker5585]

Best tutorial I’ve seen so far. How did it wind up working out? Do you know if it would also work well for smaller crickets?

[@MattsFinds]

Thanks brother, yes it would work but I would recommend making a smaller separate bin for the smaller baby crickets.

[@sheepinwolvesclothing7909]

Crickets are cannibals. Nasty little fkers

[@mindibun8160]

finally! some frickin' common sense. THANK YOU.

[@stanleyyy427]

Got a baby bearded dragon that eats 20+ crickets a day.. damn expensive! Very helpful tutorial :)

[@MattsFinds]

Awesome I started with 100 and lost some fast so I added another 100,after about 2 months they finally started breeding

[@noisemaker406]

Nice video straight to the point.

[@MattsFinds]

Thanks I appreciate it

[@drderpy7488]

Thanks dude i needed one of these because im getting a leopard gecko soon

[@svopis7250]

thank you so much for making this. very helpful video!

[@MattsFinds]

You're welcome

[@thestache4606]

Good setup. I'd say replace the top soil with something else. The crickets are dumb and eat the slow release fert out of it and die.

[@redpillscholar560]

Awesome stuff!!!

[@MattsFinds]

Thanks Red Pill Scholar

[@MattDemon-it4bl]

Can I use sawdust instead of vermiculite? Please help

[@TaylorSwiftOfficol]

Thank you!! Looking to raise crickets for my tarantula

[@MattsFinds]

you're welcome

[@hunterrosier4426]

Great video. I'm making one so I don't have to go to my local petstore everytime I need crickets to feed my lizards

[@MattsFinds]

awesome Hunter yeah those store crickets can get pricey

[@gekosrock1999]

I REALLY appreciate this info! And no disrespect brother, but I can hear the wintergreen in your lip 😂

[@MattsFinds]

I don't dip or chew bro, just South Carolina accent

[@larrynavani4645]

i am your 1000th subscriber

[@MattsFinds]

Heck yeah welcome to the channel quirtle.

[@FlinkTetris]

Would I need to incubate the eggs or keep them in a separate bin when they are planted into the soil

[@macklyperwkiws166]

I saw you take the bin with the eggs and put a paper towel over the top, then close the top. Keep At 89 F for 8-10 days. Source: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKvTZaWioL2sm7c

[@PikaPikaSootSprite]

With the mesh, have you had any issues with ants getting inside, or is it pretty tight enough mesh to keep them out? I know ants like to go after cricket eggs and I'm trying to find a better solution for keeping crickets without this issue.

[@MattsFinds]

I've personally never had that experience with ants I guess it just depends on where you keep the crickets either inside or outside. Mine are inside in a basement

[@CutePoliwag1]

Will the mesh lid stop fruit flies getting in?

[@MattsFinds]

It should but only the screens are really tiny

[@ml_muzzyt]

Should I make a farm and start selling at my local Pet shop and bait shop? Because this was helpful and they do $12 for 250 crickets and I have alot outside my home so I'll start one.

[@kristylei2439]

what is the recommanded minimum height of the container so the crickets won't jump and escape when the lid is open?

[@MattsFinds]

At minimum depth, 18-24 inches. The deeper the better though.

[@theodoreoparaugo6125]

This is good and simple ,but how will they air. Is there any holes in their house so that air can enter.

[@blakenelson1160]

Can you use perlite if you can't find vermiculite?

[@MattsFinds]

I'd prefer not to because it gets really dry. You could try it and let us all know how it goes.

[@michellegeavannabloem4683]

how often do you change the vermiculite & how do you change it

[@MattsFinds]

Great question, really it's up to you but I generally just take out the top layer with a cat litter scoop about once a month until it time to refill it back up with more.

[@kats74]

Don’t know if you still reply to comments. Thanks for the video very very helpful. Does the vermiculite need to be changed? And if so how often?

[@MattsFinds]

Once a year should be plenty, if it really stinks maybe every 6 months

[@kats74]

@@MattsFinds thank you sir 👍🏻

[@tinatinnet8751]

I just found a cricket in my house it’s winter so I don’t wanna set him out but I have no cricket for or carrots right now plus he has these little back ten tackles on the back of him and the middle one is missing can he live without it or no?

[@logans3365]

Yes.. bait and pets and things … * slowly eats cricket 🦗

[@MattsFinds]

I personally prefer chocolate covered ones

[@logans3365]

@@MattsFinds sounds good, Iv only had a couple fried ones so far. I’d like to try adding cricket flour into my doughs to increase nutrition. It would also be a good gateway food item to show people that they actually don’t taste bad at all.

[@Boobie016pv]

Do you have to change vermiculite everytime or no ?

[@MattsFinds]

Once every six months is good practice

[@kellysoo]

How do you harvest them? I find them jumping all over too much for me. I was thinking about a mesh but not sure what size do I can dump all out and sieve vermiculite through the hand made mesh/ sifter. Any thoughts?

[@grnme8861]

Great now i can start eating bugs!

[@MattsFinds]

protein is protein

[@mariaocampo2479]

Do u need to incubate the soil where the crickets lay their eggs? & can I just leave this farm out in my backyard without no specific temperature?

[@MattsFinds]

Need to keep them in a cool dry location such as in a barn or basement

[@destinyl8813]

If anyone needs egg cartons go to your local breakfast dinner and ask if they have any. I get all of mine from waffle house so I don't literally have to buy eggs

[@MattsFinds]

that's a great tip Destiny thanks

[@jakubkozamlecka7375]

I use organic rice bran instead vermiculite. Do you think it is alright? Thank you

[@MattsFinds]

It should be, but I always stick to the recommended soil

[@DanteVitale-p9u]

Do you have to use periculite?

[@DanteVitale-p9u]

I probably spelled that wrong

[@MattsFinds]

Vermiculite, they sell it at lowes and home depot for like 5 bucks a bag. But yes it's best to use the vermiculite

[@DanteVitale-p9u]

@@MattsFinds Ty

[@drinny26]

How many crickets do you have now? How do you keep it clean without them escaping?

[@MattsFinds]

I just put them in another container when I clean out the vermiculite. I have around 500 at the moment

[@miracleharris8065]

Can I do my cricket farm in a ten gallon tank? Great video

[@MattsFinds]

You sure can in my opinion that's even better just use a screened top like for a reptile tank

[@miracleharris8065]

Ok thanks

[@user-qm5hh8by8b]

What do you do whis a cricket farm

[@MattsFinds]

Fishing bait and reptile food

[@RedFishRunnings]

How many boxes you have now?

[@MattsFinds]

I have four currently. My best friend has about 16 lol but he has a bunch of different reptiles. I mainly just use them for fishing and snacks for my chickens

[@Momma-angela]

Thanks!!!

[@MattsFinds]

You're welcome

[@_.jawaii._]

Did they breed? Did it work?

[@MattsFinds]

yes it started rough I lost about 20 but kept adding more until finally I had enough for a second container

[@wan7245]

To be honest I’m only using this for my bearded dragon

[@MattsFinds]

Awesome pets my friend has a couple

[@thehunter_3414]

Would a sponge work for water

[@MattsFinds]

yes it will work

[@thehunter_3414]

​@MattsFinds i know it's been a year but thanks

[@MattsFinds]

That's awesome glad to hear

[@victorfernandez4475]

What does this look like today? Did they thrive?

[@MattsFinds]

They did welI i believe I still have some from the original batch (their babies babies babies) lol but I occasionally add a couple hundred every few months just because I use a lot for fishing

[@davidfalter4551]

can i use sawdust in substitute for vermiculite

[@MattsFinds]

Honestly I would stick to vermiculite because wood chips can cause mold especially in a moist environment

[@mariaocampo2479]

How long does it take for them to reproduce?

[@MattsFinds]

Usually a month or two

[@Imnotpurple_vr]

Can you do styrofoam egg carton? Or just cardboard

[@MattsFinds]

Cardboard they dont like the styrofoam kind.

[@Imnotpurple_vr]

Oh ok thanks

[@MattsFinds]

No problem glad to help

[@axiomloves21]

Where are the results after the first breed? I am sure it never worked

[@MattsFinds]

Some died most lived the cycle goes on. I now have 2 containers that are sustaining themselves. Perfect amount for selling crickets to the local fishermen

[@lisalou441]

Do the egg cartons have to be cardboard?

[@MattsFinds]

yes they love the moist damp environment

[@lisalou441]

@@MattsFinds Thank you so much...I'm a 1st timer and awaiting my order of 500 crickets..I'm pretty stoked

[@ThundermanDeadEndScribes]

Are you from Florida?

[@MattsFinds]

Close but no I'm not from Florida

[@MattsFinds]

Keep guessing

[@franklinlocklear5749]

North Carolina

[@MattsFinds]

So close

[@squidwurdiered1445]

@@MattsFinds South Carolina?

[@nirvanna305]

so you feed them what?

[@nirvanna305]

what is the easiest food and least expensive?

[@MattsFinds]

Fish flakes

[@MattsFinds]

You can use fruits and vegetables scraps, or dry cat and dog food also.

[@patricksokoni5284]

Thanks 🙏🏽 🤗

[@MattsFinds]

You're welcome glad to help

[@katiestine6600]

Why do my crickets keep dying?

[@MattsFinds]

I'm not sure hard to say without being able to see where you keep them stored, how you feed water them etc. I highly recommend buying young/baby eggs crickets instead of grown ones from a bait shop or pet store. Also try to find some in the wild.

[@katiestine6600]

@@MattsFinds they have food and water I don't understand and wouldn't adults be better? Breed faster?

[@katiestine6600]

@@MattsFinds also how often does the vermiculite need to b cleaned out

[@nowirehangers2815]

@@katiestine6600 are they warm enough?

[@nowirehangers2815]

@@katiestine6600 adults might be old though they don’t live long anyway

[@ImmortalWombat]

That is NOT 100. I counted 56 bruh lol you got scammed

[@MattsFinds]

I kept some to go fishing with later that day

[@Thurston86]

How much free time do you have that you can pause a video and count the crickets on screen? And for what purpose? Just to “lol” and tell someone they got scammed? Seems rather sad, honestly.

[@ImmortalWombat]

@@Thurston86 says the person responding to 9 month old comments, move along n lover.

[@Thurston86]

Hahahahaha

[@ImmortalWombat]

@@Thurston86 touche tho I pay Uber attention to random shit and this must have annoyed me enough to comment.

[@SebP85]

You could have saved a ton of money and just used hotglue for the screen. Lol

[@MattsFinds]

I saved a ton of money using what I had in my shop. Plus hot glue? Good idea until a cat or rat wants a cricket snack. They can easily rip it apart

[@SebP85]

@@MattsFinds not everyone lives in a hardware store. Not everyone owns cats also so that argument is invalid. Just saying.. this is an overly complicated solution lol. Some duct tape would have sufficed and kept a cat out just as easily lol. Fyi, cat will tear though that screen like a hot knife through butter.. your bolts ain't stopping shit lol.

[@MattsFinds]

All i can say is make it your way I will make it my way. Let me know if you make a video id love to see it

[@localblackman427]

@@SebP85 depends on the strength of mesh you use with the cat. What are you mad at a dude for using the tools that work with his experience and past?

[@hannahcollins732]

Why are you picking a fight for someone using their own materials? How does this affect you?😂 this is a wonderful video