The Trendlines Agrifood Fund has invested in Singapore-based startup Insectta, which specializes in sustainably extracting valuable biomaterials from insects, particularly chitosan.
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The Trendlines Group has announced its second investment through the Trendlines Agrifood Fund in Insectta, an innovative early-stage startup based in Singapore. Established in 2017, Insectta initially focused on breeding insects for alternative proteins intended for animal feed but has since shifted its focus to the extraction of valuable biomaterials from insects. This shift has enabled the company to develop high-value, novel materials applicable in various sectors, including agrifood, pharmaceuticals, and electronics.
Insectta's flagship technology provides a sustainable and cost-effective process for producing chitosan, a biopolymer known for its bioadhesive, biocompatible, and biodegradable properties. This technology marks a significant advancement over existing methods and meets the growing demand for eco-friendly materials in multiple industries.
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Trendlines Agrifood Fund
invested in
Insectta
in 2023
in a Seed Stage deal