The commercial rollout follows the completion of NRGene Canada’s Saskatoon-based BSF production facility in January 2025.
ProteinX®, Protix’s premium insect meal, reduces CO₂ emissions by 78% compared to poultry meal and up to 89% compared to soy protein concentrate.
This recognition signals a chance to amplify Africa’s role in sustainable innovation while proving that pet nutrition can drive real-world impact for the planet.
Its Illinois facility was established in 2022 through a partnership with ADM, one of the world’s leading agricultural processors.
One major concern hampering the industry is quality aquafeed, which represents up to 80% of aquaculture costs.
With shrimp farming representing one of the fastest-growing sectors in aquaculture, the move is set to reduce reliance on wild-caught fish and conventional feed resources.
The outcome will be a national roadmap for reducing methane emissions in livestock, aligned with Kenya’s broader green agenda.
By advancing insect protein production, OFM is looking to strengthen its market leadership and align with global trends in sustainable agriculture and circular economy practices.
When operational, Volare 01 will produce a volume of protein equivalent to 200 million Baltic herrings annually, roughly 18% of Finland’s total commercial fish catch in protein terms.
The study compared a conventional salmon diet with a 4% ProteinX insect meal, replacing soy protein concentrate.