Recycling Food, Energy Industry and Household Waste into Biofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue focuses on the development, research, and application of innovative technologies in the production of special compound fertilizers with various additives that enhance their efficiency and align with the principles of the Green Deal. Particular emphasis is placed on circular economy principles, converting by-products or waste materials from other industries, such as the food and energy sectors, into new or modified fertilizer products. Articles should explore innovative methods for optimizing nutrient availability while minimizing the environmental impact on soil, water, and air. Studies addressing technologies for the restoration of organic matter in the soil or those offering solutions to reduce nitrogen emissions are particularly welcome. In general, all research that promotes sustainable, innovative and environmentally friendly practices in the production and use of fertilizers in agriculture is encouraged.

This Issue will examine multiple topics (fertilizer additives, waste recycling, sustainable production, climate change mitigation, etc.) that aim to bring together and emphasize the practical agronomic application of scientific research results, based on specific technological solutions, technological engineering innovations and innovative agronomical techniques that help increase agroecosystems sustainability and/or reduce non-removable resources use. Studies that are involved with specific companies in the food, energy, and fertilizer production industries and/or farms are especially welcome.

Dr. Rasa Šlinkšienė
Dr. Kristina Jančaitienė
Dr. Rasa Paleckiene
Guest Editors

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