FEESH

FEESH is a Copenhagen-based biotechnology firm addressing sustainability within the aquaculture industry. The company is developing a fish feed alternative derived from protein produced through insect fermentation. This product is engineered to replicate the nutritional composition of conventional fishmeal, offering a solution to the environmental challenges and increasing demand for sustainable protein sources in the market. The business model centers on manufacturing and supplying this insect-based fish feed directly to the aquaculture industry.

The company operates in the aquaculture and biotechnology sectors, specifically targeting the fish feed market. Its client base consists of players within the aquaculture industry who are seeking environmentally responsible feed options. FEESH aims to provide a sustainable alternative that supports the growth of the aquaculture sector while mitigating its ecological impact.

In January 2025, FEESH secured $189,000 in a Seed funding round. Key investors in the company include Innovationsfonden (Innovation Fund Denmark), The Arnstedt Family Foundation, Arc & Arrow, and biotope by VIB. This capital is intended to advance the development and production of their sustainable fish feed.

Keywords: aquaculture feed, insect-based protein, sustainable fishmeal, fish feed manufacturer, biotechnology, circular economy, agritech, sustainable protein, aquaculture innovation, fermentation technology, fish nutrition, alternative feed ingredients, Denmark startup, Innovationsfonden, sustainable aquaculture