Novfeed

NovFeed is a biotechnology company developing microbial fermentation technology for aquaculture and agriculture businesses that need affordable, sustainable alternatives to fishmeal, soybean-based feed inputs, and chemical fertilizers.

Key capabilities include:

• Organic-waste upcycling into single-cell protein for fish feed ingredients, reported at 71% protein content and produced in about 48 hours.
• Organic fertilizer co-product generated from the same process to support soil health and improved crop performance.
• Species testing and feed performance focus, with trials referenced for tilapia and catfish (and additional mentions of poultry and other species), emphasizing digestibility, palatability, and shelf life.
• Cost and production outcomes cited in the research brief, including 30% lower feed costs, 40% higher fish growth rates, and 97% survival rates in tested species.

Platform availability is not specified.

The product targets B2B customers, including fish farmers, aquaculture producers, and crop farmers in low-income markets, with a primary focus on Tanzania.

Notable context: the company is a co-winner of the 2022 MEDA Pitch Competition, participated in the MIT Solve challenge, and reports pilot deployments plus a waitlist of prospective customers, aligning with circular-economy goals by converting waste into locally relevant feed and fertilizer inputs.