This startup produces insect protein, oil, and fertilizer using a patent-pending rearing technology that utilizes black soldier fly larvae fed on agricultural and food industry by-products. By converting waste into high-protein feed, the company addresses the need for sustainable protein sources in the agricultural and food sectors.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The agricultural and food industries face increasing pressure to manage organic waste sustainably and efficiently. Traditional waste disposal methods, such as landfilling, contribute to environmental pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Simultaneously, the demand for sustainable protein sources for animal feed and other applications is growing.
Solution
Insectum offers a modular, containerized bioconversion system that utilizes black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) to transform organic waste into valuable resources. Their patented rearing technology enables the efficient conversion of agricultural and food industry by-products into high-quality insect protein, oil, and fertilizer. The system is designed for simple operation and eliminates the need for traditional trays, crates, robots, and stacking. By diverting waste from landfills and producing sustainable protein, Insectum provides an environmentally friendly and economically viable solution for waste management and resource recovery.
Target Audience
Insectum's primary customers include agricultural producers, food processing companies, waste management facilities, and animal feed manufacturers seeking sustainable waste management and alternative protein sources.
Features
- Modular, containerized BSFL production units for scalable deployment
- Patented rearing technology optimizing larval growth and waste conversion
- Automated system operation minimizing labor requirements
- Production of high-protein insect meal for animal feed
- Extraction of insect oil for various industrial applications
- Generation of insect frass fertilizer for soil enrichment
- Remote monitoring and control capabilities for efficient management