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Title:

Pet food formulation trials with cricket protein

Agreement Number:

990117

Agreement Value:

$129,351.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2022 - Oct 31, 2023

Description:

Aspire pioneers precision insect farming at scale through the power of technology to enable innovative industries to create products and materials that prioritize health and sustainability. Combining self-optimizing AI with modular farming, Aspire efficiently cultivates versatile insect ingredients. Our offerings include a complete protein source (with prebiotic fiber and other nutrients) with infinite applications for people and pets. Our by-product, frass, becomes a natural and potent enhancer of soil and plant growth. This project evaluates novel pet food diets formulated with cricket protein and investigates the health benefits for cats and dogs.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Location:

London, Ontario, CA N6M 0C5

Reference Number:

172-2022-2023-Q1-990117

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

820610731

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 273 days.

Amendment Date

Jan 24, 2023

Recipient's Legal Name:

Aspire Food Group Ltd.

Federal Riding Name:

London--Fanshawe

Federal Riding Number:

35051

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

3119

Amendments:

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