Invers

Invers is a French startup based in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, founded in 2018. The company focuses on developing an innovative circular agricultural production model centered around insect farming to provide a new source of protein for animal feed. Invers raises and utilizes mealworms (larvae of Tenebrio Molitor) in an interconnected network of farmer-breeder workshops, creating a more responsible and resilient model which is environmentally friendly and respects all forms of life. The company sources mealworms exclusively from regional farms, where they are raised and fed with underutilized cereal by-products. Invers then processes these mealworms into products for animal consumption, including birds, dogs, cats, and pond fish, thereby promoting a sustainable and local approach. The aim is to reverse the ecosystem destruction by replacing unsustainable protein meals with mealworms, allowing for the preservation of sensitive natural habitats. In addition to its environmental impact, Invers aims to reverse the decline of rural areas and the agricultural crisis by generating added value within the region and providing a steady supplementary income for farmers through on-farm production. Recently, Invers secured a €15.00M Series A investment on 29 September 2022, with funding from notable investors such as Crédit Agricole, IDIA Capital Investissement, UI Investissement, LIMAGRAIN, and Agri Impact. For more information, please visit their professional site: invers-groupe.fr and their online store: invers.fr.