Protenga is a Singapore-based biotechnology company established in 2016, specializing in insect technology to promote sustainable and circular food systems. The company leverages Black Soldier Flies (BSF) to convert organic waste into high-quality protein, oil, and frass products under its Hermet brand, catering to aquaculture, livestock, pets, and plant nutrition sectors.
Located: Singapore/Malaysia
Seeking: USD 2.3 million
The globe needs a more circular economy with 30% of all food produced currently goes unused. Protenga addresses this environmental challenge by converting organic waste into valuable insect-based products with their Smart BSF Farms.
In Malaysia Palm Oil Mills produce 10,000+ tons of biowaste per year: a source of GHG emissions & a wasted opportunity.
Validated our technology, operations, products & markets with more than 1,000 harvest cycles
The company has developed a next-generation Smart Insect Farm™ system that enables the valorisation of various agricultural and food manufacturing by-products into fully traceable insect protein. This technology makes insect innovation accessible, reliable, and profitable.
A fast-growing, ambitious, energetic and diverse team of technologists, farmers, scientists, engineers and business professionals. Led by a CEO who ahs been with insect revolution since the beginning. Their people, board, and advisors, are all committed to making insects work for you.
