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Based in Barangay Tacunan, Davao City, LimaDOL (short for FiveDOL Upcycling Corporation) is a local social enterprise tackling one of the most overlooked issues in our waste system, food scraps. Their mission is as straightforward as it is ambitious—turn everyday kitchen waste into something useful, sustainable, and impactful.

At the core of their operations is the Black Soldier Fly (BSF)—an insect whose larvae are incredibly efficient at consuming organic waste. LimaDOL uses these larvae to process food waste collected from households, restaurants, and businesses around the city. In just a short time, the waste is broken down, odors and pathogens are neutralized, and what’s left behind are two valuable byproducts: high-protein animal feed and organic fertilizer.

But LimaDOL is more than a composting facility—it’s a circular economy in motion. The company was built with a clear goal: to create a replicable, nature-based solution to food waste while also strengthening local food systems. They’re not just solving a garbage problem. They’re creating a new kind of economy—one that’s regenerative, community-driven, and deeply rooted in environmental responsibility.

Their goals reflect this vision clearly:

• Divert organic waste from landfills to reduce methane emissions
  
• Replace imported feed and fertilizer with local, sustainable alternatives
  
• Create green jobs and support livelihood opportunities in the community
  
• Educate the public on waste management, composting, and regenerative farming

LimaDOL offers a thoughtful range of sustainable products and services tailored to the needs of farmers, gardeners, pet owners, and institutions seeking greener solutions.
One of their flagship products is Greenpecker, a high-protein animal feed made from Black Soldier Fly larvae. Available in both live and dried forms, Greenpecker is rich in essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, and healthy fats, making it an ideal substitute for traditional feed sources like fishmeal or soy. It is commonly used for poultry, fish, reptiles, and other insectivorous animals.

Complementing this is BooSterFrass, an all-natural fertilizer produced from the nutrient-rich excreta of the larvae. This organic fertilizer is packed with nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and chitin, which enhances soil health and plant immunity. BooSterFrass is suitable for home gardens, farms, and landscaping projects, and is distributed both in small retail packs and in bulk throughout the Davao region.

Not only do they help the community with their waste-efficient products, but LimaDOL provides community composting services for local governments, businesses, schools, and households. They collect food waste, process it using their BSF system, and return the output as usable feed and fertilizer, essentially closing the loop between waste disposal and agricultural production. They are even developing backyard composting kits, which will soon allow individuals and families to convert their own food scraps into valuable resources from the comfort of their homes.

Founded in 2019 and operational since 2021, LimaDOL was born out of a desire to provide nature-inspired solutions to one of society’s most pressing problems: organic waste. Over the past four years, they’ve invested 180,000 Swiss Francs from their own savings into building this initiative from the ground up. They’ve developed a strong team of Black Soldier Fly managers and administrative staff, built partnerships with universities and NGOs, and earned recognition for their impact and innovation.

Currently, the company is successfully processing around 500 kilograms of food waste per day. But with greater support, they aim to scale this up to 5 tons per day—enabling them to expand operations across Mindanao and replicate their model in other urban centers.

LimaDOL’s contributions go far beyond waste diversion. Every ton of food waste they upcycle prevents nearly one ton of CO₂-equivalent methane emissions. By turning waste into feed and fertilizer, they help local farmers reduce input costs and improve yields—without relying on costly, imported products.

Their work also creates employment in logistics, farming, and education, while encouraging a culture of environmental responsibility. With each new partner, they demonstrate that economic growth and sustainability do not have to be at odds.

LimaDOL isn’t just a business, it’s a working example of how local innovation can meet global challenges head-on. By transforming food waste into practical, eco-friendly products, they’re creating a model that supports both the environment and the economy.

Supporting LimaDOL means taking part in climate action at the grassroots level. Every bag of fertilizer and every pack of larvae feed you buy helps reduce landfill waste, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and support sustainable farming in the Philippines. It also strengthens a local circular economy, one that replaces costly imported agricultural inputs with homegrown alternatives.

To expand their operations and achieve full-scale impact, LimaDOL is currently raising 25,000 Swiss Francs in support. These funds will be used to commercialize their products, build proof of concept at the 5-ton/day level, and lay the groundwork to replicate their system across Mindanao.

Here’s how you can contribute:

1. Buy their eco-friendly products (perfect for pet lovers and plant parents);
2. Partner as a school, business, or LGU;
3. Share their story on social media or in your community.

Every contribution—financial, strategic, or simply by sharing their story—brings us one step closer to a more sustainable future.

At a time when environmental problems can feel overwhelming and distant, LimaDOL reminds us that some of the most powerful solutions start in our own backyards. With its innovative use of Black Soldier Fly technology, commitment to sustainability, and deep roots in the local community, LimaDOL is leading by example.

By supporting LimaDOL, we’re not just choosing a product—we’re choosing a vision for the future where waste becomes a resource, where communities take the lead in climate action, and where local businesses help shape a more resilient and responsible world.

In every bag of fertilizer, every handful of feed, and every kilogram of waste they transform, LimaDOL isn’t just building something bigger than a business; they’re building hope. And that is something worth supporting.