The startup produces insect-derived animal feed by upcycling organic waste into food-grade protein and oil through insect farming. This process addresses the dual challenges of food waste management and the need for sustainable protein sources in animal agriculture.
Funding
$6.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
The aquaculture and animal feed industries face increasing pressure to find sustainable and cost-effective protein sources. Simultaneously, significant volumes of organic waste from food production and consumption pose environmental and economic challenges.
Solution
Enthos addresses these challenges by upcycling organic waste into high-value animal feed ingredients using Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae. Their bioconversion process transforms discarded food into food-grade protein and oil, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional feed sources. Enthos leverages the rapid growth cycle of BSF larvae, which consume waste and are then processed into various animal feed products. This approach contributes to a circular food economy by reducing waste and creating a stable, sustainable protein supply chain for aquaculture and animal agriculture.
Target Audience
Enthos serves the animal feed and aquaculture industries, providing sustainable and cost-effective protein and oil alternatives for feed formulations, as well as agricultural operations seeking organic fertilizer.
Features
- Proprietary bioconversion process using Black Soldier Fly larvae to upcycle organic waste
- Production of Enthos® Larvaes: Premium whole dried BSF larvae
- Production of Enthos® Meal: Protein meal with a minimum of 52% protein content, high digestibility, and an excellent amino-acid profile
- Production of Enthos® Oil: Omega-3 rich oil with high energy contribution for animal diets
- Production of Enthos® Fertilizer: Mineral-rich fertilizer for agricultural applications
- Industrial-scale production facility designed for efficient waste processing and product output