Magalarva collaborates with Indonesian government to solve food waste problem and provide sustainable protein source for the feed mill industry. 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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Overfishing, deforestation, soil degradation, and carbon emissions are the environmental impacts of the animal feed production that is heavily reliant on fish meal and soybean meal as the main protein sources. The quest for sustainable protein sources has led to a surge in interest for the Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia Illucens).
Their unique biological properties, including their efficient bioconversion process, low carbon footprint, and high nutritional value, make them a superior option to conventional feed sources. They represent a critical opportunity to revolutionize animal feed production and contribute to a more sustainable food system.
Black Soldier Fly (BSF) can efficiently convert organic waste into valuable protein and fat. Not only do they provide a sustainable protein source, but they also help tackle the ever growing global issue of organic waste build-up, reducing the amount of waste that would otherwise end up in landfills.
BREAKING THROUGH A $460 BILLION OPPORTUNITY:
OVERCOMING THE CHALLENGES OF SUSTAINABLE PROTEIN
While the potential market is enormous, up to USD 460 billion, the biggest challenge faced by the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) company in achieving success is the substitution of fish meal and other protein sources with a competitive cost. However, this challenge is not unique to BSF companies, as many in the industry are also grappling with the same issue. The rising demand for sustainable protein sources has prompted companies to explore alternative options to reduce costs and improve the quality of their products.
In Indonesia, the government is facing a significant food waste problem. The issue of food waste has become a pressing concern, with over 40,000 tons of food being discarded and wasted on a daily basis. This has not only led to environmental issues but also economic and social challenges. The government has been actively looking for solutions to manage the food waste problem and reduce its impact on society and the environment.
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 low-cost 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.
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.
