Agrospecials Edition 14 - March 2025 Manure

The Netherlands takes strong steps in sustainable manure management and nutrient recycling

Since people started keeping livestock and growing crops, manure has been used in food production. Valorisation of manure is a key focus for circular agriculture.

Manure is essential for healthy soils: Dutch focus on valorization

Martijn Homan and Femke Kiestra from the Dutch ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature, discuss policy, international cooperation, and opportunities that manure presents.

Delivering manure where it's needed: how LVVN facilitates market access

Tamara van Riet, coordinator of the Veterinary Market Access team at the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature, explains how the market access process works.

Turning manure into sustainable opportunities for the Netherlands

Jan Roefs, director of NCM talks about the positive changes and the opportunities the new developments in the manure sector bring.

Cumela calls for a balanced view of manure management, export, and sustainability

Johan Mostert, chairman of Cumela’s manure distribution section, refers to manure as a valuable resource and warns of a possible future shortage.

Farmers and policymakers need to work together to find lasting solutions to the manure challenge

Jos Verstraten, farmer and vice-chair dairy farming sector group of the Netherlands Agricultural and Horticultural Association (LTO), shares his perspective on the manure issue.

Unlocking the potential of Dutch manure: NMI study identifies key export opportunities

Expanding the use of Dutch manure abroad could provide a sustainable solution, based on a study by Romke Postma and Harm Gelderblom of the Nutriënten Management Instituut (NMI).

Growing demand for organic fertilizers in France's agricultural market

France’s agricultural sector is among the largest in the EU shifting towards more sustainable farming practices.

Challenges and opportunities in Germany's manure market

For many years, Germany has been the most important export destination for Dutch manure.

Poland and the Netherlands collaborating on soil quality and manure export initiatives

Poland belongs to the largest economies and agricultural producers in the EU but with soils of relatively poor quality.

Biogas innovation in Lombardy in Italy turning livestock waste into sustainable solutions

Lombardy, a key agricultural region in Italy, faces environmental challenges due to its dense livestock farming.

Manure as a resource is driving sustainability and innovation in Sweden and Denmark

Sweden and Denmark are both making strides in sustainable agriculture, with manure playing a crucial role in enhancing soil health and reducing emissions.

Dutch manure-related knowledge and innovation find their way to Romania

Romania’s agricultural sector balances traditional practices with the need for more sustainable farming methods.

South Korea's manure management transformation through Dutch innovation

South Korea's livestock industry depends heavily on imports for feed, breeding stock, veterinary medicines, farming technology, and fertilizers.

Shaping Vietnam's agricultural future with sustainable growth and organic fertilizers

Vietnam’s agricultural sector is moving towards sustainability. The focus is on reducing chemical fertilizer use and improving soil health. 

Looping manure back into production in Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal

Both in Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal, manure is an undervalued part of animal-based value chains.

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