Umah Pupa started from our concern about the waste problem around us. With the abundance of waste people generate everyday, what can we do to reduce them?
Then we found out about this little creature called Black Soldier Fly larvae that could eat organic matters with an impressive time spend, and there is so much benefit that we can get from the BSF life cycle.
In order to know more about their life cycle and their impact, we decided to start this in our small lab in our own backyard.
In nature, there are no waste products: everything that is created and discarded simply becomes the raw materials for the next part of the complex cycles of life, the very essence of sustainability.
Processing waste doesn’t have to become something perceived as dirty work, but through this process, we want to introduce this as a sort of beautiful transformation from waste into some valuable products.
With help from the amazing Black Soldier Fly (BSF), we turn organic waste into something useful again. They’re also a great natural feed for chickens, ducks, shrimp, and more. Plus, their leftovers make awesome fertilizer for our organic garden.
Our insect farm is in Gianyar — just 10 km from Ubud. Want to see it in action? Visit Umah Pupa Station in central Ubud to learn more. Join a farm tour, or get our eco-products straight from the source!
Championing a circular food system where organic waste is transformed into protein sources
Born and raised in Jakarta, he once worked at a Big 4 consulting firm— until the farm life called.
During the pandemic, he discovered a passion for bioconversion and organic farming.
A family trip to Bali sparked a new dream: to tap into Bali’s growing organic market and start his own farm.
As a native Balinese, Wayan is passionate about preserving his heritage and giving back to his village.
He’s committed to protecting his ancestral land while creating opportunities through organic farming, mechanics, and hospitality.
Outside of work, he’s always up for an adventure—especially if it involves muddy trails and his dirt bike!
Alisha is a former HR professional with a passion for education and activities centered around children.
Her expertise spans from designing interactive kids’ activities focused on waste management to introducing Black Soldier Flies (BSF) through hands-on demonstrations and compelling storytelling for young learners.
Institut Teknologi Bandung
Dr. Muhammad Yusuf Abduh is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Institut Teknologi Bandung, with a Ph.D. from the University of Groningen.
His expertise lies in agrotechnology and bioproducts, with a research focus on applying biorefinery concepts to create bioproducts from various feedstocks. His work prominently features Black Soldier Fly larvae (BSFL) and stingless bees as key biological agents in this process.
