Making compost faster, better and cheaper using black soldier fly larvae! (Tommie Hooft van Huysduynen)
Deep Seed - Regenerative Agriculture - A podcast by Raphael Esterhazy

Tommie Hooft van Huysduynen shares his journey from growing up in Nigeria to co-founding Proteen, a company leading a "compost revolution" using black soldier fly larvae to transform organic waste into high-quality fertilizer. Tommie confidently demonstrates why his compost making system has the potential to create a tidal wave of positive change.♻️ Rapid Composting: Proteen’s method reduces composting time from 4-5 months to just one, significantly increasing efficiency.🌱 Soil Health Boost: The inclusion of larvae in the compost enhances soil health by boosting fungal activity, crucial for plant growth.💰 Cost-Effective Solution: By processing waste on-site, Proteen eliminates transportation costs, making their fertilizer more affordable for farmers.📈 Enhanced Yields and Profitability: Proteen’s fertilizer has outperformed traditional and chemical fertilizers in yield and profitability, offering a viable alternative for farmers.Tommie’s vision is to collaborate with large food processing companies, turning waste into a valuable resource and driving sustainable change in agriculture. His insights offer a glimpse into the future of waste management and regenerative farming.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This podcast was produced in collaboration with Soil Capital, a company that supports regenerative agriculture for food system resilience and climate action by financially rewarding farmers who enhance soil health.⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Useful Links:Proteen: https://weareproteen.com/Tommie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommie-hooft/Soil Capital: https://www.soilcapital.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.