TIMAC AGRO has inaugurated two new industrial facilities dedicated to biotechnology and the circular economy at its manufacturing plant in Lodosa, Spain. The expansion will produce sustainable fertilizers designed to help farmers mitigate the effects of climate change and restore agricultural soil health.
The opening ceremony brought together more than 50 guests, including prominent Navarrese business leaders and public officials. Attendees included María Chivite, the President of the Government of Navarre, alongside municipal and national government representatives.
Lodosa is a municipality located along the Ebro River in Navarre, a region in northern Spain where agriculture and food processing form a major part of the regional economy. TIMAC AGRO, which specializes in plant nutrition and soil conditioning solutions, operates as part of the international agribusiness organization Groupe Roullier.
Hydrolysis unit for organic liquid fertilizers
The first of the new installations is a hydrolysis and circular economy unit capable of manufacturing up to 6,000 tonnes per year of a new organic liquid nitrogen fertilizer. The production system utilizes thermal and enzymatic hydrolysis processes to convert organic materials into plant nutrient solutions.
During a tour of the site, company representatives explained that the facility will initially process poultry feathers supplied by local businesses. The processing system is also engineered to incorporate additional types of organic waste streams as production expands.
Company officials noted that reusing subproducts gives a second life to organic waste that would otherwise be discarded. They added that sourcing raw materials from nearby partners establishes a local supply model that secures raw material control and reduces logistics impacts.
Thermal and enzymatic hydrolysis are industrial techniques that use controlled heat and biological enzymes to break complex proteins down into bioavailable amino acids. Converting feather keratin into liquid nitrogen fertilizer allows crops to absorb nutrients efficiently without relying on synthetic chemical inputs.
Biotechnology facility and soil restoration
The second facility inaugurated at the site focuses on biotechnology and has an annual production capacity exceeding 2,600 tonnes. It is dedicated to producing TIMAC AGRO's new INVOC product line, which is engineered to protect crops against environmental stress and restore soil balance.
The INVOC range was developed by the company's scientific team using selected proprietary microorganisms. Production relies on a patented scaling process that integrates smart bioreactors and fermenters to optimize microbial activity and maintain product quality.
The development of the INVOC line represents the culmination of 15 years of scientific research. The project involved active collaboration with 11 research centers, more than 100 field trials, and resulted in four registered patents.
Government leaders highlight sustainability goals
Ricardo Llátser, the general director of TIMAC AGRO, stated during the event that the new facilities utilize biological resources and microbial volatile compounds to protect crops from climate change. He added that significant investment in research and development, combined with strong industrial capacity, has allowed the company to transform scientific knowledge into profitable and sustainable fertilizers.
María Chivite emphasized the economic importance of the sector, noting that agrifood accounts for 5 percent of Navarre's total gross domestic product and 14 percent of its industrial GDP, making it the second largest sector in the regional economy. She described the regional Circular Economy Agenda as a practical application of climate action across public administrations, proving that industrial competitiveness and ecological transition are fully compatible.
Alejandro Dorado, the Commissioner for Circular Economy at Spain's Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, remarked that Navarrese companies like TIMAC AGRO are better equipped for changing global conditions. He said that optimizing raw materials and reusing waste makes agricultural businesses more independent and profitable.
The inaugural gathering included a detailed presentation of the technological projects followed by a guided tour of the operational units. Attendees included Alicia Echeverría, the Spanish government delegate in Navarre, and Laura Remírez, the mayor of Lodosa.
Plan Armony 2030 strategic vision
The launch of both facilities forms part of TIMAC AGRO's broader corporate roadmap, known as Plan Armony 2030. The strategic plan establishes concrete sustainability targets to be implemented across economic, environmental, and social dimensions by 2030.
Company officials stated that Plan Armony 2030 aims to strengthen the agricultural value chain for farmers, livestock producers, industrial partners, and the wider community.
