Agronutris
Agronutris is a French biotech that breeds black soldier fly larvae to bioconvert agro-industrial co-products into insect protein meal (Ultra'in), lipid concentrate (Liboost), and organic fertilizer (Fairtil) for sale to aquaculture, petfood, and agriculture enterprises via long-term B2B contracts.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2011
- HeadquartersSaint-orens-de-gameville, France
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Agronutris does
Agronutris is a French biotechnology company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Orens-de-Gameville, near Toulouse, specializing in the industrial breeding and bioconversion of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae into sustainable protein ingredients, lipid concentrates, and organic fertilizers. The company's core technology exploits the black soldier fly's capacity to convert low-value agro-industry co-products (potato peelings, beet pulp, brewers' grains) into high-value outputs in approximately two weeks, with a feed conversion ratio of 1.5 kg of feed per 1 kg of larvae versus 10 kg for cattle. This bioconversion platform feeds three branded B2B product lines: Ultra'in (dehydrated and defatted insect protein meal for aquaculture and petfood, with 60% protein content), Liboost (lauric-acid-rich lipid concentrate from the defatting process for pet nutrition), and Fairtil (frass-based organic fertilizer for conventional and organic agriculture).
The company monetizes through direct B2B sales to enterprise customers in three segments — aquaculture, petfood, and agriculture — under long-term contracts averaging 9.8 years. Its first industrial plant opened in Rethel, Ardennes (GMP+ certified) in late 2022 and was inaugurated in October 2023, marking the transition from R&D/pilot to commercial production. Revenue mechanics are enterprise sales-led with a quote-based pricing model; B2B customers include BioMar for next-generation insect meal in aquaculture, with a partnership under evaluation with Frayssinet for a dedicated fertilizer factory in Grand Est. Agronutris was the first company to receive a favorable EFSA opinion on insect consumption in Europe, became a French "Entreprise à Mission" in 2021, and obtained B Corp certification in January 2024. The company raised approximately €100 million in total funding in September 2021, led by Mirova with Bpifrance participation, to fund industrialization and a planned second production site.
Agronutris firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Agronutris
- Legal name
- SA Agronutris
- Website
- https://agronutris.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2011
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Agronutris is a French biotech that breeds black soldier fly larvae to bioconvert agro-industrial co-products into insect protein meal (Ultra'in), lipid concentrate (Liboost), and organic fertilizer (Fairtil) for sale to aquaculture, petfood, and agriculture enterprises via long-term B2B contracts.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Agronutris industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Insect protein ingredients and organic fertilizers
- NAICS
- Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)
- SIC
- Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Insect Farming (Crickets, Mealworms, Black Soldier Fly) (AFAEAIAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Insect-Based Protein Foods Manufacturing (AFAKAGAJ), Insect Protein Ingredients (Cricket, Black Soldier Fly, Mealworm) (AFAJAHAG)
Keywords
Where Agronutris is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Saint-orens-de-gameville
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices3 records
Markets served
Agronutris business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Insect protein meal (Ultra'in): Sale of dehydrated and defatted black soldier fly larvae as a protein-rich ingredient for animal nutrition, primarily targeting aquaculture (fishmeal replacement) and petfood (cats and dogs). High protein content and essential amino acid profile serve as the primary revenue driver.
- Lipid concentrate (Liboost): Sale of lipidic concentrate obtained through the defatting process applied on larvae, rich in lauric acid, targeting pet nutrition and health applications.
- Organic fertilizer (Fairtil): Sale of organic fertilizer (frass-based) for use in conventional and organic agriculture, rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Partnership with Frayssinet under evaluation for a dedicated factory in Grand Est.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels6 records
Agronutris product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Agronutris breeds and processes black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae through industrial-scale bioconversion of agro-industry co-products and bio-residues (potato peelings, beet pulp, brewers' grains) to produce three product lines: Ultra'in protein meal for aquaculture and petfood, Liboost lipid concentrate for pet nutrition, and Fairtil organic fertilizer from larvae frass. The company operates a GMP+ certified industrial plant in Rethel, France, producing 60% protein content larvae meal as a sustainable alternative to fishmeal, soy, and chemical fertilizers.
Product overview
Agronutris is a French biotechnology company specializing in black soldier fly larvae bioconversion for animal nutrition and soil fertilization. The company operates three interconnected product lines: Ultra'in (dehydrated and defatted insect protein meal for aquaculture and petfood), Liboost (lipid concentrate from larvae defatting for pet nutrition), and Fairtil (organic fertilizer from larvae frass for agriculture). These products represent a circular economy approach where agro-industry co-products and bio-residues are bioconverted into high-value protein ingredients and organic fertilizers. The company serves three destination markets: aquaculture, petfood, and agriculture.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Ultra'in: Protein-rich solution for animal nutrition made from dehydrated and defatted black soldier fly larvae for aquaculture
- Liboost
- Fairtil
Products and services
- Ultra'in
Quantifiable outcome
- Carbon footprint of BSF larvae flour is 30 times smaller than beef and 3 times smaller than soy concentrate
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Agronutris
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Agronutris technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Agronutris partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- BioMarcoreBioMar and Agronutris partnered on the next generation of insect meal for aquaculture. The partnership focuses on supplying high-quality insect protein to support sustainable aquaculture growth and reduce reliance on conventional fishmeal.
- FrayssinetminorAgronutris and Frayssinet are studying the opening of an organic fertilizer factory in the Grand Est region of France. The partnership aims to expand production of Fairtil organic fertilizer for agricultural use.
- IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed)minorIndustry association membership supporting advocacy and market development for insect-based proteins in Europe.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Agronutris competitors and assessment
Company assessmentOthers
- BioMar: Global aquaculture feed manufacturer and existing Agronutris customer/partner for insect meal. Adjacent rather than competing — BioMar is a downstream buyer and co-developer that validates the insect protein category but also represents a potential channel conflict risk.
- Bühler Group: Swiss plant engineering and processing technology company that supplies industrial-scale insect processing equipment to multiple insect protein producers including competitors. Relevant as an enabling technology provider rather than a direct competitor in the protein ingredient market.
Direct peers
- Ÿnsect: French insect protein company producing mealworm-based ingredients for animal feed and petfood. Most direct competitor to Agronutris in European insect protein, targeting the same B2B aquaculture and petfood end-markets with similar technology but different species.
- EnviroFlight: US-based black soldier fly larvae producer supplying protein meal for animal feed including aquaculture and petfood. Comparable on technology (BSF bioconversion) and target markets, with North American operational footprint.
- AgriProtein: South African insect protein company (now operating as Insectta in some markets) using black soldier fly larvae to convert organic waste into protein for animal feed. Earlier-stage international peer with same core technology but different geography.
- Protix: Dutch insect protein company breeding black soldier fly larvae for animal feed and pet food applications. Direct European competitor with industrial-scale production and similar product portfolio covering protein meal and lipid fractions.
- InnovaFeed: French insect protein producer specializing in black soldier fly larvae for aquaculture feed. Uses agro-industrial co-products (wheat, corn byproducts from starch industry) and has strategic partnerships with aquaculture feed majors — highly comparable to Agronutris on species, geography, and end-market focus.
Regional players
- Skretting: Global aquaculture feed producer (Nutreco subsidiary) with its own insect protein development efforts and supply agreements with insect producers. Comparable on the aquaculture feed customer side but operates as a feed formulator rather than ingredient producer.
Emerging players
- HiProMine: Polish insect protein producer using black soldier fly larvae for animal feed, including pet food applications. Smaller European competitor focused on regional markets with similar technology approach.
- Enterra Feed: Canadian company producing black soldier fly larvae-based protein ingredients for aquaculture, poultry, and pet food. Similar product positioning and end-markets but smaller scale and North American geographic focus.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Agronutris social profiles
Digital presenceAgronutris compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Agronutris financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Agronutris leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
Agronutris funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds3 records
Investors8 records
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Agronutris M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Agronutris
What does Agronutris do?
Agronutris breeds and processes black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae through industrial-scale bioconversion of agro-industry co-products and bio-residues (potato peelings, beet pulp, brewers' grains) to produce three product lines: Ultra'in protein meal for aquaculture and petfood, Liboost lipid concentrate for pet nutrition, and Fairtil organic fertilizer from larvae frass. The company operates a GMP+ certified industrial plant in Rethel, France, producing 60% protein content larvae meal as a sustainable alternative to fishmeal, soy, and chemical fertilizers.
Is Agronutris a public or private company?
Agronutris is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Agronutris founded?
Agronutris was founded in 2011. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Agronutris based?
Agronutris is headquartered in Saint-orens-de-gameville, France, in the Europe region.
How does Agronutris make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Insect protein meal (Ultra'in) is the primary driver. The others are lipid concentrate (Liboost) and organic fertilizer (Fairtil).
Who are Agronutris's main competitors?
Others on record are BioMar and Bühler Group. Direct peers are Ÿnsect, EnviroFlight, AgriProtein, Protix and InnovaFeed. Skretting is listed as a regional player. Emerging players are HiProMine and Enterra Feed.
Does Agronutris have an API?
No public API is recorded for Agronutris.
What industry is Agronutris in?
Agronutris's product category is Insect protein ingredients and organic fertilizers. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFAEAIAI, Insect Farming (Crickets, Mealworms, Black Soldier Fly), with a secondary code of AFAKAGAJ, Insect-Based Protein Foods Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 311119 and its SIC code is 200.