Bühler & NRGene Canada Open Insect Protein Center in North AmericaBühler & NRGene Canada Open Insect Protein Center in North America
The center offers customer trials, workshops, training sessions, and seminars on best practices in insect protein production.

Bühler and NRGene Canada, a subsidiary of NRGene Technologies, an Israeli genomics company, have opened the North American Insect Center (NAIC).
The inauguration event, held at NRGene Canada's facility in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, marks a significant leap forward in the production and optimization of insect protein in North America.
The NAIC is designed as a research and demonstration center where customers can evaluate the performance of Black Soldier Fly (BSF) varieties tailored to their specific by-product streams. The state-of-the-art facility is also dedicated to supporting investors in evaluating the economic viability of larger plants before committing to full-scale investment. This innovative approach empowers businesses to make informed decisions, ensuring optimal efficiency and sustainability in protein production.
Equipped with Bühler's advanced Trial Rearing Unit (TRU), the NAIC simulates industrial conditions to optimize the growth of BSF larvae. NRGene's expertise in genomics and phenotyping enables the development of high-performing BSF strains, driving significant advancements in the field. Initial trials have shown remarkable results, highlighting the synergy between cutting-edge technology and genetic innovation. The center can also customize solutions for different kinds of waste, further enhancing its versatility and sustainability impact.
"The NAIC is a testament to the power of combining genetic innovation with technological advancement," said Dr.Gil Ronen, CEO and co-founder of NRGene. "The promising results from our trials are just the beginning. This center allows our customers to explore and optimize every aspect of insect protein production, promoting a more efficient and sustainable industry."
The NAIC is set to become a hub for industry players, offering customer trials, workshops, training sessions, and seminars to disseminate best practices in insect protein production. This initiative not only addresses the urgent need for sustainable protein sources but also fosters a circular economy by utilizing organic waste effectively.
"Combining NRGene's genomic data tools and our advanced technologies will allow companies to leverage the deep industry and process knowledge of both companies to produce BSF larvae more efficiently and at lower costs. This will enable insect producers to bring bigger product volumes at consistent quality to the market fostering a broader adoption of this sustainable protein source in the animal feed sector," said Andreas Baumann, head of Market Segment Insect Technology at Bühler.
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