Japan's Marubeni partners with Robert Downey Jr.-backed insect protein company Ynsect to enter Japanese market

Japan is the second largest user of fishmeal in the world, and there is a growing need to develop alternatives to imported fishmeal, the companies said.

Ynsect, founded in 2011 and led by CEO Antonie Hubert, is currently commissioning a fourth site in France.
Ynsect, founded in 2011 and led by CEO Antonie Hubert, is currently commissioning a fourth site in France.Photo: Ynsect
Published 15 March 2023, 08:02Updated 15 March 2023, 13:16
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