Founded in 1976, Orvia is a French company specializing in livestock reproduction, particularly in the selective breeding and multiplication of waterfowl species such as ducks and geese. The company has expanded its expertise to include insect breeding, notably the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens), since 2018. Orvia operates internationally, exporting to over 40 countries, and employs approximately 600 individuals across various locations, including subsidiaries in China, Spain, Hungary, Vietnam, and Ghana. The company's mission is to sustainably renew and improve animal resources to contribute to global nutrition.