Product Offerings
Products:
Mealworms: Live Mealworms, Dried Mealworms
Organic Fertilizers: Mealworm Frass Pellets, Mealworm Frass Crumbles
Winsect B.V., headquartered in Aalten, Netherlands, is a pioneering agritech company specializing in the breeding, processing, and commercialization of mealworms for sustainable protein and organic fertilizer production. Focused on circular agriculture and environmental stewardship, Winsect plays a critical role in the transition toward low-footprint, high-efficiency protein alternatives.
Core Business
Winsect operates across the insect farming value chain, with a primary focus on mealworm cultivation, insect protein supply, and organic fertilizer production. Through innovative farming systems and precision rearing processes, the company provides sustainable inputs for feed, food, and agriculture sectors.
Product and Service Offerings
Mealworms
- Live Mealworms – Supplied primarily for animal feed (birds, reptiles, poultry) and bait industries.
- Dried Mealworms – High-protein, shelf-stable product used in pet food, aquafeed, and increasingly in novel human consumption markets.
Organic Fertilizers
- Mealworm Frass Pellets – Nutrient-dense, slow-release fertilizer suitable for horticulture and organic farming.
- Mealworm Frass Crumbles – Fine particulate fertilizer used in seedling and potting mixes.
All products are derived from controlled environment farming systems and certified as safe and sustainable for agricultural use.
Specialisation and Core USP
Winsect’s unique strengths include:
- Fully automated, climate-controlled insect farming facilities
- Utilization of agricultural byproducts and food waste as feed inputs
- Minimal water usage and zero-emission nutrient cycling
- High-efficiency protein yield per square meter compared to traditional livestock
The company contributes to reducing CO₂ emissions, land use, and methane production associated with conventional protein sources.
Financials and Business Scale
While financial data is privately held, Winsect is part of the growing European insect protein industry projected to reach €2 billion by 2030. Notable indicators of its scale include:
- Multiple vertical farming units in operation
- Daily capacity of over 1,000 kg of live mealworms
- Serving clients in over 10 countries in Europe
- Recognized under Dutch agrifood innovation grants for sustainable agriculture
Shipments and Global Reach
According to trade visibility and company disclosures:
- Export operations include Germany, Belgium, France, UK, and Scandinavian countries
- Products shipped: dried mealworms, live larvae, frass pellets
- Clients include: aquafeed manufacturers, pet food brands, organic fertilizer retailers
- Logistics include temperature-controlled packaging and custom labeling services for wholesale clients
Target Market
Winsect targets a diverse customer base:
- Aquaculture and animal feed producers
- Pet food manufacturers
- Agricultural co-ops and fertilizer distributors
- Sustainable farming startups
- R&D institutions exploring insect-based solutions
Their products cater to both B2B and D2C models through bulk sales and branded packaging.
Capabilities
- Advanced breeding technology and climate optimization
- Sustainable sourcing of feedstocks from local agro-industrial partners
- HACCP-aligned processing facilities
- Real-time monitoring and automation for lifecycle management
- On-site drying and packaging facilities
Certifications and Compliance
Winsect adheres to the highest European food and environmental standards:
- GMP+ certified feed production
- HACCP-aligned practices for biosecurity and traceability
- Compliant with EU Novel Food Regulations for human-grade applications
- Frass products registered under EU Fertilizer Regulation (2019/1009)
Customer Testimonials
“Winsect's frass pellets have transformed our soil regeneration program. We’ve seen higher crop yields and better soil texture.”
— Organic Farmer, Netherlands
“Their dried mealworms are consistent in protein content and safety. Our premium bird food line relies on them for quality and reliability.”
— Product Manager, European Pet Food Brand
Major Achievements
- Developed one of the first climate-neutral insect farms in the Netherlands
- Featured in multiple EU innovation and agritech showcases
- Received regional sustainability awards for zero-waste protein production
- Supported academic collaborations in entomology and sustainable nutrition research
- Achieved export-grade compliance in less than three years since inception
Winsect B.V. continues to be a leader in Europe’s sustainable protein revolution, combining insect science with smart agriculture to meet the nutritional demands of a growing planet.