Projects
Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Farming (In Progress)
Liberia faces a critical animal feed crisis that undermines food security, rural livelihoods, and access to affordable protein. Livestock, poultry, and aquaculture producers rely heavily on imported feed ingredients—primarily maize and soy—that are expensive, unreliable, and highly vulnerable to global price volatility and domestic logistical constraints. As feed costs rise, farmers reduce production or exit the sector entirely, resulting in lower availability and higher prices of eggs, poultry, fish, and meat for Liberian households. OPL is implementing a first-of-its-kind, scalable solution for Liberia: the establishment of a (BSF)–based circular animal feed system that converts organic waste into high-quality, locally produced protein feed. By integrating BSF farming, waste collection, digital ordering technology, and an advanced logistics network, the project will significantly reduce feed costs, improve supply reliability, address Liberia’s waste management crisis, and create inclusive employment opportunities—particularly for youth and women. Our CEO has completed his BSF certification in Ghana and returned with BSF larvae and other supplies to begin immediate implementation. We are seeking funding to expand and scale this operation to support most of Liberia’s animal feed needs, waste management effort, create employment, and solve supply chain issues in the country.
Marine Resource Education & Community-Based Eco-tourism (seeking funding)
A study by the Environmental Science and Policy in collaboration with researchers from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) ranked Liberia and Indonesia coral reef fisheries most vulnerable to collapse based on indicators for their coral reef management, fisheries and food securities. This destruction not only threatens marine biodiversity but also undermines traditional livelihoods, exacerbating poverty and climate vulnerability. OPL is seeking funding for a significant cross-border coalition between the local community, Tubman University together with its West African affiliates, and other NGOs to establish a Marine Conservation Education & Sustainable eco-tourism project. The initiative aims to protect the critical marine biodiversity in the region, especially the fragile reefs which are being decimated by dynamite fishing, while promoting sustainable economic growth and poverty alleviation. The project also addresses environmental degradation of the only known reefs in Liberia by creating a Marine Protected Area (MPA). This project aligns with Liberia's national development strategy and international priorities related to sustainable growth. The project aims to serve as a model for sustainable conservation education program and sustainable tourism in the region. A feasibility study was completed in 2025 by the US-based EcoAssets. Fishtown photo courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/p/Explore-Liberia-1-100087891440237/
Poultry Farming (partially funded)
OPL is implementing a sustainable poultry farming initiative with the Grebo community to provide an alternative source of protein and income while reducing pressure on the only known coral reef ecosystems in Liberia. By strengthening local livelihoods and food security, the project aims to decrease reliance on artisanal fishing practices—including the use of dynamite and other destructive methods—that are rapidly degrading these critical marine habitats. Implementation is scheduled to commence in 2026, with a focus on delivering measurable conservation, nutrition, and economic benefits.