nextProtein

nextProtein, with its compelling slogan, “Feeding the future,” aims to tackle the imminent global food scarcity crisis. With the world population projected to surpass nine billion by 2050, this French-headquartered (France) startup is innovatively addressing sustainable food production challenges.

Founded in 2015 by Syrine Chaalala and Mohamed Gastli, nextProtein utilizes insect-based protein, specifically from Black Soldier Fly larvae, to create alternatives to traditional feedstocks, minimizing environmental impact and costs while maintaining nutritional value. Their EU-approved process transforms otherwise wasted food into feed suitable for aquaculture, livestock, and pets, alongside producing natural fertilizers, making it highly relevant in Agriculture and Biotechnology.

Strategically located with production operations in Tunisia, nextProtein benefits from substantial backing, illustrated by a €10.20M Series A investment in May 2020 by a diverse set of investors, including Mirova, Blue Oceans Partners, and RAISE Impact. Their approach positions them as a pivotal player set to revolutionize the feed industry amid growing sustainability demands.