ARTICLE F&A Alternative Proteins Edition April 2023 43 About Rendria Arsyan Labde Rendria is a serial environmental entrepreneur, started his journey in building sustainable homes before moving to the waste management/animal feed industry. Has 9 years business experience and 6 years BSF farming experience. He’s on a mission to revolutionize one of the biggest environmental problem in Indonesia, food waste using Black Soldier Fly. Focusing his efforts towards the ever-growing Indonesia shrimp industry. Was awarded Forbes 30 under 30 Asia and Indonesia in 2021. UNIQUE GOVERNMENT COLLABORATION APPROACH BSF company, Magalarva, has taken a unique approach to address this challenge. By collaborating with the Indonesian government, Magalarva has found a win-win solution that benefits both parties. The government can provide the necessary support to manage the food waste problem, while Magalarva can reduce its production costs and provide a sustainable protein source for the feed mill industry. The collaboration between Magalarva and the Indonesian government has proved to be highly successful. Magalarva has been able to source food waste from the government, which serves as a lowcost and abundant feedstock for their Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae. The BSF larvae are then processed into high-quality protein meal that can be used as an alternative to fish meal in the feed mill industry. SAME PRICE, BETTER QUALITY One of the key advantages of using Black Soldier Fly larvae as a protein source is its superior quality compared to fish meal. BSF larvae are known to be highly nutritious, as digestible, and have a favorable amino acid profile, making them an excellent protein source for animal feed. Additionally, using BSF larvae as a protein source is more sustainable as it reduces the reliance on fish meal, which is often sourced from overfished oceans. The collaboration between Magalarva and the Indonesian government has not only helped in reducing food waste but has also provided a sustainable and cost-effective solution for the feed mill industry. Feed mill companies can now obtain alternative protein from Magalarva at a competitive cost, with even better quality than fish meal. The collaboration between Magalarva and the Indonesian government has proven to be a successful partnership in addressing the food waste problem and providing a sustainable protein source for the feed mill industry. This innovative approach has not only benefited both parties but also contributed to a more sustainable and responsible food production system. With continued collaboration and support from the government, Magalarva and other companies can continue to make positive strides in finding innovative solutions to the challenges faced by the industry, ultimately benefiting the environment, economy, and society as a whole.
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