Igniza
IGNIZA transforms invasive fish species harvested from U.S. waterways into sustainable, traceable protein ingredients for pet food manufacturers. The company operates a Fishility™ facility inside a repurposed limestone mine that reduces energy use by 40%, producing 50-lb. frozen blocks of highly digestible, omega-3-rich fish protein with 67% lower climate impact than Atlantic cod.
- Food Technology
- Clean Technology
- Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Product
Problem
Demand for fish protein in pet food is growing while marine ecosystems and global supply chains collapse. Industrial ocean fishing is the #1 cause of marine biodiversity loss, and 80% of fish consumed in the U.S. is imported, creating significant supply chain vulnerability.
Solution
IGNIZA works with U.S. fishermen to sustainably harvest invasive fish species—such as silver carp and catfish—that are disrupting freshwater ecosystems, and transforms them into nutritious, domestically sourced pet food ingredients. The company operates a Fishility™ facility positioned inside a repurposed limestone mine, which naturally reduces energy use by 40% and minimizes construction impact. The final product is a 100% traceable, 50-lb. frozen block of fish protein that is highly digestible, nutrient-dense, and rich in omega-3s. By diverting away from overfished ocean species, every catch restores freshwater ecosystems and strengthens domestic supply chains.
Target Audience
IGNIZA's primary customers are pet food manufacturers seeking sustainable, domestically sourced protein ingredients with reliable year-round supply and traceability.
Features
- 100% traceable, wild-caught domestic protein sourced from invasive fish species in U.S. waterways
- Strategically located at the epicenter of pet food manufacturing to reduce transportation emissions
- Naturally cool limestone mine facility reduces energy use by 40% compared to traditional facilities
- Human-grade quality standards with HACCP certification and SIP compliance
- Proprietary high-throughput process enabling year-round supply
- 67% lower climate impact compared to Atlantic cod
- No trawling or bycatch in harvesting methods
- Tailored nutrition profiles available for different pet food formulations