Trusted by VU Startup Royal Swinkels Family Brewers

Sludge. Becomes Growth.

We transform food industry sludge into premium organic fertilizers removing heavy metals, improving soil, and powering a true circular economy.

Who we are

Who we are

What had made problem for environment can make yields healthier

Our team transform food industry sludge into sustainable resources for agriculture and the environment. Born from a vision to reduce sludge and enrich the earth, Dairyfert specializes in producing high-quality organic fertilizers / biofertilizers from sludges of the food and beverage industry. We believe in a circular economy where sludge becomes a resource. Every product we develop reflects our commitment to environmental protection, soil health, and sustainable development. Our team is passionate about helping our clients grow better, healthier crops while reducing their ecological footprint.

The Challenge

Food sludge is a growing burden

The food & beverage industry generates enormous volumes of sludge  costly to dispose of, harmful if mishandled, and filled with valuable nutrients that go unused.

Sludge is a pain point

Food and beverage factories struggle with large volumes of sludge that are difficult and expensive to manage responsibly.

High disposal costs

Processing and disposing of sludge is a significant and recurring financial burden for producers throughout the supply chain.

Heavy metal contamination

Excessive pollutants and heavy metals from untreated sludge enter the soil and water, causing long-term environmental damage.

How It Works

A circular process

Dairyfert developed a unique food sludge processing method that is faster and more cost-effective than biological alternatives and removes heavy metals others leave behind.

See It In Action

From sludge to fertile ground

Watch how Dairyfert transforms food industry sludge into high-quality organic fertilizers.

See It In Action

From sludge to fertile ground

Watch how Dairyfert transforms food industry sludge into high-quality organic fertilizers.

Why Dairyfert

A unique solution for all stakeholders

For the sludge producer

  • Reduction of storage and handling issues
  • Simplified operations
  • Revenue generation from sludge
  • Cost-effective sludge management
  • Improve public image & ESG profile

For the environment

  • Sludge reduction
  • Lower greenhouse gas emissions
  • Prevention of soil and water pollution
  • Reduction of toxic substances
  • Support for carbon sequestration
  • Lower dependency on mining

For the farmer

  • Improved soil fertility and structure
  • Enhance crop yields
  • Cost-effective nutrient resource
  • Promote soil microbiology
  • Organic farming support
  • Increased market appeal

Our Partners

Validated by leading institutions

Trusted by leading industry players and academic institutions who believe in our mission.

Dairyfert’s approach to converting food industry by-products into organic fertilisers is scientifically sound and commercially promising. No wonder a large brewer has engaged in a pilot with them! Their work aligns really well with VU Amsterdam’s sustainability and smart tech research agenda

Hans Drenth

Director VU StartHub and Trailblazer Life Sciences & Health innovation community.

Working with DairyFert has been a very smooth experience. The team is supportive, flexible, and easy to work with. They don’t simply try to sell you a product; instead, they work with you to develop a solution that fits the specific needs of your organisation. We look forward to evaluating the results of the tests they are currently carrying out and exploring future opportunities together.

Donya Fakhravar

Process Technologist · Swinkels Family Brewers N.V.

For Farmers

Ready to grow better crops?

Get in touch to learn how Dairyfert organic fertilizers can improve your soil health and increase yields sustainably and cost-effectively.

For Sludge Producers

Turn your sludge into revenue.

We purchase food industry sludge and handle the full processing chain. Let’s build a circular partnership that benefits your bottom line and the planet.