madebymade GmbH

madebymade GmbH specializes in the industrial farming of the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) and transforms organic waste into high-quality products. The main products include:

• Protein Meal and Feed: Made from the larvae of the Black Soldier Fly, it serves as a sustainable alternative to conventional protein sources such as soy or fish meal for the animal feed industry.
• Insect Fat: A regional substitute for palm oil, which can be used in pet food or as a lubricant.
• Natural Fertilizer: The fertilizer made from the frass of insect larvae is rich in nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium, promoting plant growth without chemicals[1][2][4].

The company has a clear mission: the development of a sustainable and resource-efficient circular economy. madebymade focuses on innovation, regional value creation, and environmental protection. The company's values include:

• Sustainability: The use of by-products and waste materials from the regional area (max. 50 km distance) reduces the need for transport and avoids the fermentation or incineration of these materials, which lowers methane and CO₂ emissions.
• Innovation: madebymade is involved in various research projects, such as with the BioZ Alliance, the German Biomass Research Center (DBFZ), and the University of Leipzig, to develop new technologies and know-how[1][2][3].

madebymade has several sustainability goals and initiatives:

• Reduction of Resource Consumption: By using biogenic waste materials and implementing vertical farming, the company reduces land requirements and resource use compared to conventional protein sources.
• Protection of Biodiversity: The substitution of fish meal with insect protein protects fish stocks and promotes biodiversity underwater.
• Funding Programs: madebymade is supported by funding programs such as "InnoTeam" and "InnoExpert" from the Saxon Development Bank (SAB) and the European Union to realize innovative projects such as the development of micro-shrimp farms and the transformation of waste products into high-quality fertilizers[1][2][3].

The company was founded in 2017 in a garage in Leipzig and has since developed into a leading provider of sustainable insect products. madebymade was awarded as the state winner of Saxony at the KfW Award for Startups and recently received the EU LIFE AWARD 2024 for its innovative and sustainable projects[2][4].

Through its innovative approach and commitment to the environment, madebymade makes a significant contribution to creating a more sustainable future in agriculture and the animal feed industry.

• 1 - https://madebymade.eu
• 2 - https://www.kfw.de/stories/wirtschaft/gruenden/made-by-made/
• 3 - https://madebymade.eu/foerderungen/
• 4 - https://www.vom-lkl-gesucht.de/portr%C3%A4ts/umwelt-landwirtschaft/madebymade/
• 5 - https://start-green.net/netzwerk/gruenes-startup/madebymade-gmbh/