WormWorks
closedBlack soldier fly larvae bioconversion of organic waste to animal feed
Deal Size
$9.8M
Stage
Seed
Sector
Insect Bioconversion
Location
Raleigh, NC
Deal Overview
WormWorks operates industrial-scale black soldier fly (BSF) larvae facilities that convert pre-consumer food waste and agricultural byproducts into high-protein insect meal for aquaculture and poultry feed, plus nutrient-rich frass fertilizer. BSF bioconversion is 10x more land-efficient than soy protein production and diverts organic waste from landfills. Their automated rearing and processing systems achieve consistent 22% protein yield from input waste. Operating two facilities with capacity for 15,000 tons/year of waste processing.
Key Highlights
- ✓15,000 tons/year organic waste processing capacity
- ✓22% protein yield from waste inputs
- ✓Insect meal approved for aquaculture and poultry feed
- ✓10x more land-efficient than soy protein
Founders
- Dr. Olivia Grant
- Santiago Morales
Investors
- WasteVC
- Acre Venture Partners
- AgFunder
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