Project: 101161143 – Agency: EISMEA
Context and Objectives
The I3-4-BIOFERTILIZERS project aims to advance biofertilizer innovation across Europe by fostering interregional collaboration for a sustainable agricultural future. Coordinated by Fundacio Universitaria Balmes, the project unites expertise from across the EU to develop innovative biofertilizers and establish a new transnational value chain in bioeconomy solutions.
Project Goals
Zymofix’s specific objective in this project is to upscale its fermentation technology to a 250L production scale, optimizing the manufacturing of beneficial microorganisms from biomass residues for agricultural and technical applications. This scale-up effort will validate Zymofix’s production capabilities and contribute to the development of sustainable biofertilizers.
Key Impacts and Benefits
The project will bring several key benefits, including reduced reliance on chemical fertilizers, enhanced soil health, and improved crop resilience. Zymofix’s role in scaling up microbial production aims to unlock sustainable, circular bioeconomy solutions that regenerate ecosystems and foster responsible resource use.
“Together with the i3-4-Biofertilisers consortium, we're driving a sustainable future by reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides for row crop cultivation!”
Conclusions
Through this collaborative initiative, Zymofix and its partners will demonstrate the potential of sustainable biofertilizers at a large scale, paving the way for their adoption across Europe and contributing to a healthier, more resilient agricultural sector.
The Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) initiative within I3-4 Biofertilizers aims to overcome financial and technical barriers faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adopting biofertilizers and implementing circular and sustainable agrifood practices.
The I3-4 Biofertilizers FSTP provides cascade funding to SMEs across Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Belgium and Hungary. Each SME receives a financial voucher of max €60,000 to develop feasibility studies, investment plans, and go-to-market strategies, complemented by comprehensive technical and advisory support.
This support includes access to mentors, expert networks, pilot testing infrastructures, and decision-support systems, enabling SMEs to innovate and scale their sustainable agriculture solutions effectively.
The ultimate goal is to enhance the interregional value chain of biofertilizers and promote a resilient, circular bioeconomy in the European agricultural sector.
Further information can be found on the project website.
