Save Story Want to save opportunities and organisations? Register for a growAG. account today. Sign up Sign in Story Solution Blue cracks the insect industry’s biggest challenge: quality, consistent protein output Australian insect farming startup, Solution Blue is seeking investors to scale its black soldier fly protein production system. Providing greater productivity at much lower cost than its competitors, Solution Blue’s world-first technology delivers high-quality, consistent insect protein that has so far eluded insect farmers across the world. And it’s got aquaculture and pet food manufacturers clamouring. Led by Solution Blue Author Casey Dunn Published Thursday, 16 September 2021
Save Story Story Novel insect-based pet food range, BuggyBlend ready for commercialisation BuggyBix, with support from AgriFutures Australia, has developed a novel insect-based pet food range – BuggyBlend – to reduce our pets’ environmental pawprint and accelerate the development of Australia’s insect protein industry. An exciting opportunity awaits for commercial partners to assist in the scaling and distribution for Australian and international markets. Led by AgriFutures Australia In collaboration with BuggyBix Author Casey Dunn Published Monday, 28 June 2021
Save Story Story BuggyBix insect-based pet food range, on track to proving a commercial success Feeding the growing population is one of the most pressing issues being addressed by global agrifood innovation – but it’s not only human nourishment that’s being investigated. Sydney entrepreneur Shaun Eislers has developed a pet food range using insects as the primary protein source, and is now working with AgriFutures growAG. to connect with investors, wholesalers and distributors. Published Monday, 13 June 2022
Save Story Story Next gen plant protein startup, The Leaf Protein Co. ready to scale pilot production An innovative agrifood startup is set to shake up the alternative protein sector with a novel next gen plant protein. Using highly-specialised extraction technologies, The Leaf Protein Co. is turning the green leaf by-product of vegetable crops into a nutritious, ‘free from’ protein source for food manufacturers. Promoting biodiversity, reducing food waste, and diversifying farm incomes – The Leaf Protein Co. is now seeking investors to scale towards pilot production. Led by The Leaf Protein Co. Author Casey Dunn Published Monday, 21 February 2022
Save Story Story Bid for CRC for Alternate Proteins aims to capture billion-dollar benefits Rapid growth in the global demand for protein to feed the world’s burgeoning population is driving a bid to establish a Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Alternate Proteins in Australia. The opportunity exists for additional partners to join the bid and partner to develop solutions to enhance value, develop new protein production systems, new protein foods and ingredients, functionality, sustainability and capacity of this rapidly expanding sector. Author Judy Kennedy Published Sunday, 12 February 2023
Save Story Story US$1m cap raise to help The Leaf Protein Co. supply the clean label ingredients plant protein companies want The growᴬᴳ⋅ team last spoke with Fern Ho 12 months ago, when the product development executive was searching for investors to support market testing for a new plant protein ingredient. So positive was that feedback that The Leaf Protein Co. is back – with a US$1 million opportunity to help The Leaf Protein Co. scale from the lab to pilot production.^ Author Casey Dunn Published Friday, 17 February 2023
Save Story Story Agritech startup’s innovative insect control is just what the grain industry ordered Cutting-edge Australian plant biosecurity research has delivered a revolutionary non-toxic and long-acting alternative for controlling stored grain insect pests. Now, Davren Global is seeking investors to bring this novel solution to market – and give grain growers a new tool in the fight against insect pest resistance. Led by Davren Global Author Casey Dunn Published Monday, 15 November 2021
Save Story Story How marine algae can help droughtproof agriculture Graeme Barnett, Managing Director & CEO of Qponics speaks in a podcast about their innovative marine microalgae solution, how it can help droughtproof agriculture and become a major player in the future of protein production. Qponics is now seeking a $1m bridging round to scale the co-production of protein-rich food ingredients and high-value oils Published Monday, 05 December 2022
Save Story Story Biological controls offer new addition to farmers’ toolbox to better manage insect pests Without pesticides the world could lose up to 50% of key food and fibre crops, devastating global supply. Through work undertaken by Dr Robert Mensah of NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI), in collaboration with the Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), effective biological control options for insect pests in cotton have been demonstrated and they are now seeking partners to commercialise these innovative solutions. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) In collaboration Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC) Author Michelle Meehan Published Monday, 19 July 2021
Save Story Story AU$1 million sought for marine microalgae to droughtproof protein supply Queensland agritech company, Qponics is on a mission to accelerate the transition to drought proof agriculture, by cultivating marine microalgae at scale for the co-production of protein-rich food ingredients and high-value oils. To achieve this, Qponics is seeking impact investors to support the development of a new microalgae production complex in South Ballina, NSW, and scale sustainable oil and protein production in Australia. Published Sunday, 27 November 2022
Save Story Story From down under to outer space: 3 Australian startups leading the next era of novel farming systems From insects to indoor greens, Australian startups demonstrate the potential for novel farming systems at home and abroad. With the support of growAG.'s platform, three Aussie startups - ARC Ento Tech, Invertigro and the Gaia Project Australia, are gaining more visibility and investment. Author Story sourced from AgFunder Published Wednesday, 24 May 2023
Save Story Story Black soldier fly biotech digester ready for $10m investment ARC Ento Tech is seeking $10 million Series A funding to help expand its patented waste management technology into global markets. The ARC process utilises the Black Soldier Fly to process mixed solid waste into high grade insect meal and high nutrient fertiliser. After overwhelming feedback from initial trials, the company is ready to take the next step. Author Tim Vetter Published Wednesday, 22 March 2023
Save Story Story CRDC seeks partners to commercialise novel bio-pesticide with global potential Blue sky thinking by the Cotton Research and Development Corporation and the University of Western Sydney has uncovered a promising new plant-based compound for combatting common insect pests in cotton, horticulture and broadacre crops. A rare opportunity now exists for a commercial partner to further develop the early-stage biological pesticide with global market potential. Expressions of Interest close Sunday, 31 July 2022. Led by Cotton Research and Development Corporation Author Casey Dunn Published Tuesday, 14 June 2022
Save Story Story GRDC looks to double the grains industry’s current $15 billion value by 2030 How to reach $30 billion by 2030? Opportunities for the grains sector will be centred on feeding a hungry world with an increased demand for protein, as well as the strategic positioning of Australian grains into differentiated market sectors. GRDC is investing in RD&E that delivers impact on farm and supports the sector to better understand, grow and access these targets. Published Wednesday, 19 May 2021