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Welcome to the NACIA Foundation

Advancing Research. Empowering Innovation.

The NACIA Foundation supports education and scientific research that address the most pressing challenges—and exciting opportunities—facing the North American insect agriculture industry.

Our mission is simple: to encourage positive use of farmed insects in North America.

Our Focus Areas

  • A Natural Solution for Soil Health

    We are building a comprehensive, science-based library of research and educational resources focused on frass—the nutrient-rich byproduct of insect farming.

    • Promote understanding of frass’s role in improving soil health and plant nutrition

    • Support the development of best practices for use in agriculture and horticulture

    • Connect researchers, producers, and end-users to accelerate adoption

  • Defining and Valuing Impact

    We’re working to help the insect industry tell its sustainability story with clarity and credibility.

    • Normalize and standardize life cycle assessment (LCA) practices across the sector

    • Quantify the environmental benefits of insect agriculture, including methane and GHG offsets

    • Support frameworks that translate sustainability outcomes into real-world value

    Whether you're a researcher, policymaker, farmer, or entrepreneur, the NACIA Foundation is here to connect science with impact and innovation with opportunity.

Support the Future of Insect Agriculture

Your support helps us fund critical research, build educational resources, and advance sustainability in insect agriculture across North America.

  • Every contribution—large or small—helps us move the industry forward. Donations support research on frass, the development of LCA standards, and tools to help insect producers thrive sustainably.

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Join us as we grow the future of insect agriculture - together.

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