Turning Household Waste to Pet Food, Without the Smell - Hatching Time Acquires The Bug Factory Brand from Award-Winning UK Startup BeoBia, Launching Mealworm Growing Kits

Hatching Time is excited to expand its offerings with a brand-new product line. Born from the creative mind of Thomas Constant and propelled forward by Clayton Payne, The Bug Factory is renowned for its eco-friendly mealworm-growing pods that transform household waste into nutritious pet food. These stackable mealworm kits are ideal for anyone looking to try DIY mealworm farming at home, making sustainable pet care more accessible, without the odor. “This acquisition perfectly aligns with our passion for sustainability and innovation, empowering pet lovers to grow their own food and treats at home,” says Ryan Flanagan, Co-CEO of Hatching Time.

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In today’s world, where every step toward sustainability counts, this acquisition marks a bold move toward achieving Hatching Time’s goals. “We want to offer sustainable solutions for backyard poultry and other farm animals along with household pets like lizards, snakes, fish and more. We have a lot of amazing products in the pipeline, so stay tuned,” said Yagiz Aksu, Co-CEO of Hatching Time. By acquiring The Bug Factory brand, Hatching Time is combining its poultry industry expertise with other markets to produce sustainable products. These new mealworm kits are a great example as they create an endless cycle of food for your pets by converting food waste into valuable pet food. Plus, you also get a great source of plant fertilizer as a by-product!

The Bug Factory’s carefully engineered mealworm growing pods allow users to stack additional mealworm trays for egg collection. And odor-managing filters allow you to do this anywhere inside your home, without a strong smell. These pods offer a cost-effective alternative to purchasing mealworms every time your pets need a treat. Plus, since they are manufactured from 100% recycled fridge plastic, you’re not only turning food scraps into pet treats but you’re also saving the planet.

“Our team here at Hatching Time is excited to grow the Bug Factory brand globally both online and in retailers. We believe in BeoBia’s mission, and we look forward to collaborating on new innovative products and projects with them in the future,” added Ryan Flanagan, Co-CEO of Hatching Time.

The enthusiasm from customers has been amazing from pet lovers and homesteaders to reptile owners - highlighting the many use cases and benefits of these mealworm growing pods. Their stories emphasize the ease of use, cost savings, and positive environmental impact of the system. “I am super excited to see Hatching Time take The Bug Factory brand forward. Selling our mealworm brand to them ensures its growth with a like-minded partner, while BeoBia LTD continues to innovate in black soldier fly production in the UK. Hatching Time not only shares our values but also has the infrastructure to scale The Bug Factory’s vision, and I look forward to seeing them expand sustainable mealworm farming." - Thomas Constant, CEO & Founder of BeoBia.

This acquisition is just the beginning of Hatching Time’s journey to become a one-stop poultry shop and to integrate sustainable practices into everyday pet care. By joining forces with The Bug Factory, Hatching Time is excited to drive forward solutions that not only simplify pet care but also benefit our planet.

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