
Better Origin is revolutionizing the food chain by transforming food waste into nutrient-rich animal feed using black soldier fly larvae. Their fully automated, AI-powered insect farming systems are designed to be scalable and accessible, addressing environmental concerns like greenhouse gas emissions and landfill waste. The company focuses on sustainability by offering a protein source that requires fewer resources than traditional ingredients like soy, aiming to improve animal welfare and reduce the need for antibiotics. They serve the pet food, poultry, aquaculture, and waste management markets, positioning themselves as a key player in creating a more secure and sustainable food system.

Better Origin is revolutionizing the food chain by transforming food waste into nutrient-rich animal feed using black soldier fly larvae. Their fully automated, AI-powered insect farming systems are designed to be scalable and accessible, addressing environmental concerns like greenhouse gas emissions and landfill waste. The company focuses on sustainability by offering a protein source that requires fewer resources than traditional ingredients like soy, aiming to improve animal welfare and reduce the need for antibiotics. They serve the pet food, poultry, aquaculture, and waste management markets, positioning themselves as a key player in creating a more secure and sustainable food system.
What they do: AI-powered, fully automated insect farms converting local food waste into black soldier fly–based feed ingredients
Founded: 2018 (launched by Cambridge University graduates)
Headcount (reported): 12
Notable funding: $16M Series A (Apr 2022) led by Balderton Capital
Food waste reduction, sustainable protein production for animal feed, and circular waste-to-value systems
2019
Agriculture and Farming
$3M
Reported seed round; previous investor Metavallon VC participated; angel investor Nick Boyle noted as personal investor.
$16M
Reported Series A led by Balderton; existing investors reported to have participated.
“Venture-backed (includes Balderton Capital, Fly Ventures, Metavallon VC and angel participation)”