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Rustica
A technical solution to convert organic residues from the fruit and vegetable sector into novel bio-based fertiliser products of high quality that address the needs of modern (organic) agriculture.
What is the technology behind the RUSTICA project?
Inge De Bo and Jef Van de Poel are responsible for the project technical management of RUSTICA. Inge holds a Ph.D in Applied Biological Sciences and does research related to the biological optimization of the carboxylic acid platform (CAP).
A Plan for an Innovative Solution to Organic Waste!
Since global environmental issues proliferated the mainstream public discourse, there have been plenty of incredible innovative inventions and technological solutions that changed the way we live now.
RUSTICA project, a successful beginning
Tessa Avermaete and Margo Heremans are responsible for the project management of RUSTICA project. Tessa holds a PhD in Applied Biological Sciences and is an expert in managing European consortia at the division of bioeconomics. Margo is an experienced project manager and communication professional, holding a master’s in applied economic sciences.
RUSTICA, un proyecto que le apuesta al uso de fertilizantes de base biológica para una agricultura circular
Esta iniciativa ofrecerá soluciones tecnológicas para convertir los residuos agroalimentarios en novedosos fertilizantes orgánicos de alta calidad, que respondan a las necesidades de la agricultura moderna.
It’s Earth Day, time to introduce this new exciting project!
This day is about empowering and expanding the environmental movement. As the health and wellbeing of every human being are closely interlinked with the health of our planet, fighting climate change requires persistent action on many levels. We, at RUSTICA Project, are doing our part to contribute to the fight against climate change and the health of our environment. So should you! Let’s work together to give the future generation a clean and healthy future.
New EU-funded project aimed at mineral nutrient recovery is underway
We are pleased to announce the signing of the RUSTICA project where through a transdisciplinary multi-actor approach, we aim to validate, demonstrate and integrate six technological options for mineral nutrient recovery from fruit and vegetable waste streams in multi-valorisation configurations across 4 regions in the European Union.
