Insect Farming
In this series of podcasts from InsectBiotech, co-founders Toby Webb and CEO Ignacio Gavilan they discuss their company’s focus on sustainability and circular economy principles in Spain. They aim to address significant issues like the protein gap, climate change, and the demand for non-fossil fuel-based fertilizers by converting waste into protein fertilizer and creating high-value rural jobs.The company is exploring disruptive solutions in the animal protein sector by utilizing black soldier fly larvae to convert organic waste into high-protein feed for pets and livestock, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional animal feed sources. With ongoing testing and plans for expansion, they seek additional funding to further their mission of sustainable and circular manufacturing.
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Friday Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
In this episode of the InsectBiotech Group podcast, CEO Ignacio Gavilan and co-founder Tobias Webb discuss the company's innovative venture in Andalusia, Spain, focusing on rearing Black Soldier Flies (BSF) for sustainable waste conversion. Established to transform agricultural waste into valuable products, IBG aims to produce insect protein for animal feed, organic fertilizer from insect excrement, and chitin for pharmaceuticals and beauty products, using a fully circular approach. Collaborating with the University of Granada, they are researching to optimize the pretreatment of agricultural residues for BSF larvae. Plans include establishing R&D units for testing and eventually scaling up to a larger production facility, with the support of regional government and potential investors, highlighting the strategic importance of their project for sustainable agriculture and waste management.
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
In this podcast from Insectbiotech Group, co-founder Toby Webb and CEO Ignacio Gavilan discuss their company's focus on sustainable solutions to pressing global issues like the protein gap, climate change, and the need for biogenic organic fertilizers. They highlight their innovative approach to converting waste into protein fertilizer using black soldier fly larvae, aiming to disrupt the animal feed industry by offering a sustainable, circular alternative with a low environmental footprint.