Circular Insect Protein Producer

Circular Insect Protein Producer - Acquisition or Investment

● Sector: Sustainable Agriculture & Alternative Protein
● Location: Chile
● Ownership: Privately Held
● 2025 Revenue (f): ~2.0MM USD
● 2024 Revenue: ~$1.1MM USD
● 2023 Revenue: ~$0.8MM USD
● Stage: Early Commercial Growth and Productivity Improvement
● Seeking: Strategic Investment / Capital Partner

Overview
Founded in 2014 this Latin American company is a pioneer in the circular economy, transforming organic waste into high-value insect-based protein, oil, and biofertilizers. Using proprietary technology to cultivate and process Black Soldier Fly larvae, the company provides sustainable feed and input solutions for aquaculture, pet food, agriculture, and consumer goods. Products are already present in retail and integrated into major brands.

Investment Highlights
● Differentiated Product Line: Functional protein and oil with antimicrobial and immunogenic benefits; nutrient-rich biofertilizers enhanced with beneficial microbes.
● Market Validation: A leading global aquafeed buyer has submitted a letter of intent, expressing interest in long-term, scalable supply.
● Environmental Impact: Each ton of larvae produced prevents the emission emission of ~20 tons of CO2e by upcycling food waste.
● Customer Adoption: Products sold via major national retailers and included in premium-branded pet food, trout, and egg lines.
● Technology Advantage: Operates Latin America’s most advanced insect protein facility with FDA registration and expansion-ready automation and drying systems.

Growth Opportunity
While still loss-making as it scales, the business is demonstrating strong commercial validation and operational progress. Capital will be used to:
● Invest in industrial drying and automation systems to reduce unit costs
● Scale production to break-even volumes and beyond
● Unlock carbon credit monetization
● Improve pricing through vertical product bundling