IpD43/2026 -

The research programme is aimed at the agronomic evaluation of fertilisers obtained through the recovery of nutrients from digestate produced by anaerobic digestion processes. The activities will include the design and implementation of greenhouse and open-field trials to assess the fertilising effectiveness of the products, nutrient availability to crops, and their effects on plant growth and yields. Nutrient use efficiency and any potential environmental impacts associated with the application of the recovered fertilisers will also be monitored. The results will be compared with those obtained using conventional fertilisers and processed to define optimal application methods, dosages, and operating conditions, as well as to support the preparation of technical reports and scientific publications.