May 4, 2022

Canada to invest in new black soldier fly facility in Quebec

Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced up to $6 million to help build a new fully operational black soldier fly facility in Drummondville, Quebec, that will increase the production of sustainable, insect-based products to feed animals.

The black soldier flies feed on organic waste, resulting in a high-quality, protein-rich product for animal consumption.

By taking action with investments in production facilities, Canada is helping players along the food supply chain to commercialise and adopt new ways to eliminate, reduce or repurpose food waste.

The investment is expected to reduce food waste, use of landfills and greenhouse gas emissions through the diversion of organic waste.

- Government of Canada