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WormWorks

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Black soldier fly larvae bioconversion of organic waste to animal feed

Deal Size

$9.8M

Stage

Seed

Sector

Insect Bioconversion

Location

Raleigh, NC

Announced: January 5, 2026

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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