Oberland combines black soldier fly larvae and modern innovation to create powerful solutions that nurture animal nutrition and soil health.
Oberland Agriscience Inc., a Nova Scotia-based company, leverages biology-fuelled technology to set new animal and soil health by harnessing the unique power of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL). Utilizing modern innovations, such as AI, robotics, and predictive analytics, it elevates the power of BSFL, delivering premium, nutritious, science-backed solutions for animal, agriculture, and soil health.
The protein crisis
The world is facing a protein crisis as the global population soars. We need more food to feed the population. We want better-quality food, not just for ourselves, but for our animals as well. This places more demand on already over-stressed ecosystems — oceans are being over fished, and arable land is being depleted of nutrients. In Canada, over 50 million tonnes of food are wasted every year.
Oberland Agriscience transforms that “waste” into a reliable, sustainable protein ingredient for animal feed, using less water and land and producing fewer carbon emissions than conventional protein sources. By diverting organic waste and food and beverage production by-products from low-value compost, BSFL can be fed on this organic matter, converting it to a nutrient-rich source of protein and nutrition that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) approves as an ingredient for use in poultry, swine, and salmonid feed. Replacing traditional protein sources with BSFL in animal feed can help relieve the pressure on more intensive forms of farming, leaving those conventional protein sources for human consumption.“BSFL are a tremendous insect, capable of transforming almost any organic matter into a valuable protein with almost unrivaled efficiency,” says Greg Wanger, Oberland’s founder and CEO. “The food waste challenge isn’t going away and the demand for high-quality protein continues to escalate. We harness biology and cutting-edge technology to drive nutritional innovation, delivering natural, nutrient-dense solutions.”
BSFL are a tremendous insect, capable of transforming almost any organic matter into a valuable protein with almost unrivaled efficiency.
The benefits of BSFL in animal nutrition
Nutrient powerhouses, BSFL are a good source of protein, calcium, essential amino acids like lysine and methionine, and minerals making them an increasingly popular alternative in animal food systems. BSFL have been shown to support animal immune systems, and may boost beneficial gut bacteria, supporting nutrient absorption and reducing inflammation. The Pet Food Association of Canada recognizes BSFL as a source of protein for pets and specialty pets.
Boosting soil health with BSFL-derived frass
Oberland Agriscience’s BSFL frass is a nutrient-rich, organic soil amendment co-product of BSFL rearing. Approved by Ecocert as an input for organic agriculture in Canada, Oberland’s BSFL frass helps boost soil health, enhance microbial activity, and promote sustainable plant growth. Frass contains a mix of the essential macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium) and micronutrients necessary for plant growth. In addition, the presence of Chitin, which has natural bio-stimulant properties, has been known to enhance plant growth and increase resistance to pests and disease. “Building back soil health and enhancing climate resilience is key to a stable agricultural future,” says Wanger. “Incorporating frass naturally helps reduce the reliance on conventional chemical fertilizers and reduces your carbon footprint.”
To discover how our BSFL protein and grass products can support your agricultural and sustainable goals,
visit oberlandagriscience.com.
