Curiosity, applied
Curiosity, applied
There is far more to a black soldier fly larva than protein. Our R&D program explores new and dynamic uses for every fraction — protein, oil, frass and chitin — and proves them through rigorous, scientific trials before we bring them to partners.
— New & dynamic potential uses
Where insect-derived ingredients could go next
Active areas of investigation across food, agriculture, energy and consumer products.
AQUACULTURE
Bait Marinade
Insect-derived attractant marinades for commercial and recreational bait.
Horticulture
Cannabis & Tobacco
Frass and biostimulant applications for controlled-environment growing.
Biocontrol
Insect Attractants
Naturally derived attractants for monitoring and trapping.
Biocontrol
Insect Repellents
Chitin- and oil-based repellent formulations.
Consumer
Incenses
Novel consumer products from insect oil fractions.
Food
Human-Grade Food
Exploring pathways toward food-grade insect protein.
Energy
Frass in Biogas
Using frass as a feedstock in biogas and renewable energy production.
— Successes & learnings
Proven in the field and the trial plot
Our frass and protein programs are tested across real crops and applications. Below are areas where results have been positive, and what is in trial now.
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Crop / Application
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Result
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Tomatoes
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Success
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Raspberries
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Success
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Pumpkins
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Success
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Kale
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Success
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Silver Beet
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Success
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Cauliflower
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In trial
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Area
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Result
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Petfood
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Success
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Recreational fishing
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Success
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— Research library
Research papers & attachments
As our studies and collaborations are published, papers and supporting attachments will be collected here in library format. Request early access to current work.
— Collaborate with us
Researching a new application?
We partner with growers, manufacturers and research institutions to trial new uses for insect-derived ingredients. Let’s explore what’s possible together.