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1 year, 10 months agoInsect Waste Management SolutionsTM
Founded in 2021, Flybox® builds and support modular insect farms that turn the waste we already have into food supply we dearly need.
Leading edge food & organic waste businesses deploy Flybox® technology on-site to upcycle organic waste into insect protein and fertiliser, to use or sell.
With bases in the UK and Kenya, Flybox® technology enables global adoption of insect-farming technology for a wide range of use cases.
Flybox® is the future of sustainable food production, today.
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Upcycle organic waste. Make animal feed or fertiliser to use or sell. The future of food production: get insect farming with Flybox®.
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Our planet is under pressure 🌍🚨
With a rapidly growing population, the demand for food and protein is soaring—and so is the amount of waste we produce.
Traditional waste systems can’t keep up, leading to overflowing landfills, rising emissions, and increasing strain on natural resources.
Enter Insect Waste Management 🪰
By transforming organic waste into high-quality protein for animal feed and nutrient-rich fertiliser, this innovative approach reduces waste, lowers environmental impact, and supports a more sustainable food system.
🚮 Less waste in landfills
🌍 Lower emissions
🔄 A circular, more resilient future
The future of waste isn’t disposal—it’s transformation. And we're here for it.
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We’re excited to sponsor the 1st EAAP Workshop on Insect Genetic Improvement, Implementation, and Impact, taking place in Athens this week 🪰🇬🇷
This workshop brings together scientists, researchers, and industry professionals to explore the crucial role of insects in sustainable food production and environmental management.
It's an honour to support this great initiative, helping to raise awareness of insect breeding and inspiring the next generation of insect breeders 🪰
EAAP - European Federation of Animal Science
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Another 40ft Grow module set to take flight from our Kenya site 🪰
Capable of processing up to 9 tonnes of organic waste every 10–12 days, these units offer a scalable and efficient way to kickstart insect waste management ventures.
From single-module setups to full-stack solutions—and everything in between—we’re empowering waste managers with sustainable, innovative, and economical IWM solutions at any scale.
Redefining and revolutionising waste management. With insects. 🪰
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When it comes to breeding and rearing insects, success relies on optimising conditions and using the right tools to maintain healthy colonies and maximise productivity.
In the carousel below, we break down the key factors to help you build a strong foundation for your operation 👇
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The brewing industry generates significant waste, including spent grain—the residual malt and grain husks from mashing 🍻
While traditionally repurposed as animal feed, breweries now face pressure to adopt more sustainable waste management strategies.
Insect waste management offers an innovative solution 🪰
By using spent grain to rear Black Soldier Flies, breweries can convert waste into high-value protein and organic fertiliser, reducing landfill dependency and advancing the circular economy.
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