The Aspire Food Manufacturing Facility in London, Ontario, is a groundbreaking project that positions Canada as a global leader in sustainable food production.

Operated by Aspire Food Group, the 170,000 square foot facility is the world’s largest fully automated cricket protein manufacturing plant. Designed to address the growing demand for alternative proteins, the facility integrates cutting-edge robotics, climate control, and AI-driven monitoring systems to optimize insect rearing at scale. The crickets produced are processed into high protein powder used in pet food, human nutrition, and agricultural products.

The facility exemplifies innovation in vertical farming and waste-to-value practices, consuming fewer resources than traditional livestock operations. Located in the Advanced Manufacturing Park, the project reflects strong collaboration between public and private sectors, including federal and provincial funding. Aspire’s facility not only supports the emerging agri-tech industry in Southwestern Ontario but also contributes to a more resilient and sustainable global food system.