Virdalis Pte. Ltd.

Based in Singapore, Virdalis specializes in sustainable protein solutions through the cultivation of duckweed, delivering cost-effective alternatives for the animal feed industry. Virdalis Pte. Ltd. was founded in 2026 in Singapore, focusing on the production of duckweed, specifically the genus Wolffia.

The company has secured its first funding round, raising USD 700,000 in March 2026, led by Wavemaker Impact. This funding aims to bolster their production capabilities and foster partnerships within the animal feed market. Virdalis operates primarily from Singapore and has not reported any changes in its business strategy since its establishment. Virdalis specializes in the cultivation and delivery of duckweed, recognized as the world's fastest-growing plant.

The company's primary offering is a sustainable, cost-competitive protein powder that serves as a direct substitute for traditional soymeal, utilized extensively in animal feed for livestock farms and feed mills. The product boasts a crude protein content ranging from 45% to 47%, comparable to that of soymeal, and is rich in omega-3s and micronutrients. Virdalis employs a proprietary cultivation operating system that optimizes water quality and nutrient conditions, ensuring consistent, high-yield harvests throughout the year. The target customer base includes feed mills and livestock farmers looking for stable input costs and sustainable protein sources.

Virdalis operates primarily in North America and Europe, focusing on regions with high agricultural activity and a demand for animal feed. Virdalis generates revenue through direct business-to-business transactions with feed mills and livestock farmers, selling its duckweed-based protein powder and pellets as a substitute for soymeal. The company establishes partnerships with farm operators, supplying them with its proprietary cultivation system, inputs, and ongoing technical support. As farmers cultivate and harvest Wolffia, Virdalis purchases the dewatered product to process into standardized protein offerings.

Revenue is realized through the sale of these processed protein products, which are priced competitively against soymeal, contributing to a more stable economic environment for their clients. This structure allows Virdalis to mitigate market risks associated with fluctuating feed prices, while simultaneously providing a consistent supply of eco-friendly protein. In March 2026, Virdalis raised USD 700,000 in pre-seed funding led by Wavemaker Impact. The company will use the funding to scale pilot production systems, expand its technical team, and pursue commercial agreements with animal feed manufacturers in Southeast Asia.

Plans for future growth include the development of new protein products designed for specific market needs and an expansion into the Southeast Asian market by the end of 2026.