Solutions for agricultural industries

The technology meets the needs of agricultural operations of all sizes, while solving odour problems and destroying pathogenic microorganisms. The ability to remove excess phosphorus, and the conversion of organically bound nutrients to mineralized forms, contribute to optimal plant fertilisation and nutrient uptake. In addition, because the balance of nutrients can be better tailored to the needs of crops, the risk of surface or ground water contamination is reduced.

Bio-Terre’s technological approach combines low-temperature anaerobic digestion, concentration of solids and production of renewable energy. It facilitates the transformation of organic wastes into value-added products, offering a solution that benefits agricultural producers.

Bio-Terre process

Operating characteristics	Benefits for agricultural producers
Low temperature operation (15°C to 25°C)	Compared with higher temperature digestion, more energy is available for farm uses. Stability of process.
Batch process	Matches farm manure management practices and keeps digester operation simple.
Minimal agitation	Less associated mechanical equipment to maintain.
No need for preliminary treatment (dilution or solid-liquid separation)	Less equipment, less energy to power equipment, less hassle.
Uses a naturally occurring adapted biomass	No proprietary additives. Can be started on remote farms at a reasonable cost.
Easily integrated with existing management systems	Can add Bio-Terre system into existing manure management system with minimal additions and disruption.
No need for aeration and no addition of chemicals required	Savings on chemical purchases.
Minimal maintenance	Lower cost.
Easy to operate, no need for specialized workers.	Owner or farm employees can easily operate the system. Bio-Terre offers continuous monitoring and support in case of trouble.

Agronomic benefits	Benefits for agricultural producers
High–value organic liquid fertilizer balanced to match crops needs	Reduce the use of chemical fertilizer because treated manure has equivalent availability to crops.
Enhances phosphorus settling	Remove excess phosphorus with sludge while preserving nitrogen content in liquid fertilizer.
Kills pathogens and odour	Pleases neighbours and adds flexibility in manure management options.

Distribution of nutrients in manure storage


Energy production

• Biogas production : 30 m³ to 35 m³ of biogas/market hog
• Biogas CH₄ content  of between 65% to 70%
  

Biogas Uses

Environmental benefits

The process can :

• Eliminates odour from storage
• Eliminates field spreading odour
• Eliminates 99 % of pathogenic organisms
• Reduce emissions of greenhouse gases
• Permit safe spreading on forage.
• Eliminate organic pollutants
• Afford optimal nutrient management
• Improve quality of life and relationship with neighbours
  
  

For more information :

• Data Sheet Bio-Terre Systems Inc. (Environment Canada)
  
  

Bio-Terre is currently looking for clients interested in solving their waste management problems in an innovative way. If you are interested in discussing your operation with Bio-Terre, please fill in the appropriate form below. We will evaluate the parameters you entered and tell you if a Bio-Terre Anaerobic Digester might be right for your operation.