FERTIliser product recovery from secondary raw materials using BAT

FERTITEC leverages insights and advancements from a range of previous EU-funded projects, including Novafert, FER-PLAY, MainstreamBIO, SOILUTIONS, SuMaNu, AgroTechnology ATLAS, B-FERST, NOVAFERT, CINURGI, Manure Standards, SUSFERT, NUTRI-KNOW, and NUTRIMAN. These projects have explored the potential of waste management and nutrient recovery from various perspectives, laying the groundwork for innovative solutions. By integrating their outcomes, FERTITEC is poised to deliver a comprehensive approach to waste recycling and sustainable fertiliser production using secondary raw materials.

Objectives Aligned with EU Priorities

The primary objectives of these related projects—and those that FERTITEC aligns with—are to:

1. Transform waste into high-quality fertilisers.
2. Promote a circular economy.
3. Mitigate environmental impacts.

FERTITEC supports these goals by advancing sustainable agriculture, reducing waste, and enhancing the bioeconomy, thereby contributing to the EU’s broader strategic objectives.

Developing Competitive, Sustainable Fertilisers

FERTITEC is committed to developing competitive fertilisers that not only improve agricultural yields but also align with circular economy principles. This dual focus on environmental sustainability and economic viability reflects the objectives of previous projects, which aimed to:

• Boost the marketability of bio-based products.
• Harmonize global sustainability certification systems.

Driving Innovation Through Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

To foster sustainable innovation in the fertiliser sector, FERTITEC engages key actors from the agricultural sector through its Knowledge Exchange Platform (KEP). This approach encourages community-driven dialogue, ensuring that solutions are practical and widely adopted.

Making a Global Impact

FERTITEC aims to make a tangible impact at both national and regional levels by deploying its best available fertilising techniques across several EU countries. Additionally, the project seeks to extend its outcomes to the African Union, providing practical recommendations and guidelines to drive adoption in diverse contexts.

Vision for the Future

Through FERTITEC, we aim to:

1. Encourage the adoption of alternative fertilising products.
2. Transform the agricultural sector on a global scale.

By integrating innovative fertiliser solutions with a focus on sustainability and stakeholder collaboration, FERTITEC aspires to be a cornerstone of the agricultural sector's evolution toward a greener, more circular economy.