Organics co-processing is where multiple residual organic materials are combined and processed together to achieve a final product of higher value than if it was processed alone.
Technologies suitable for co-processing include vermicomposting, black soldier fly composting, composting, anaerobic digestion and pyrolysis.
Products are usually soil amendments and/or energy that a farmer can sell or reutilise on farm, adding a revenue stream or reducing input costs in their operation.
This fact sheet focuses on:
1. Composting producing compost; and
2. Wet anaerobic digestion producing biogas and digestate.
It outlines key considerations for organics co-processing, available technologies, feedstock value and suitability, and tips to get started.
