Dapibuset produces a sustainable alternative to soybean meal directly at the farm using precision fermentation technology, which minimizes the environmental impact associated with traditional soy production. This approach provides farmers with a locally available, cost-effective protein source that maintains growth performance without the agro-chemical residues and deforestation linked to conventional feed-stuffs.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
The global demand for soybean meal as animal feed contributes to deforestation, excessive water use, and reliance on international imports, creating environmental and economic vulnerabilities for farmers. Traditional soy production leads to biodiversity loss, soil degradation, and heavy use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. European farmers are particularly vulnerable to volatile global markets and supply chain disruptions due to their dependency on imported soy.
Solution
Dapibuset offers a sustainable alternative to soybean meal by enabling on-farm production of high-value protein feed using precision fermentation technology. This approach transforms excess crops and agricultural waste into a locally available protein source, reducing the environmental impact associated with soy production. The Dapibuset solution promotes a circular economy by upcycling farm crops, minimizing waste, and enhancing resource efficiency. The resulting feed maintains or exceeds the nutritional profile of soy, providing farmers with a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative that ensures consistent feed costs and reduces reliance on global markets.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes farmers, particularly those in Europe, seeking a sustainable, cost-effective, and locally produced alternative to soybean meal for animal feed.
Features
- On-farm production of protein feed using precision fermentation.
- Upcycling of excess crops and waste materials such as straw and beet leaves.
- High nutritional profile comparable to or better than soybean meal.
- Reduces land deforestation, CO2 emissions, and water usage compared to traditional soy production.
- Offers independence from volatile global soy markets.
- Achieves return on investment in approximately three years for a farm with 200 cows.