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Using Effective Beneficial Microorganisms to Mitigate GHG emissions and Build Resilient Farming Systems in Bolivia

Closed
Combination
Agriculture/fishery
Call 7
Bolivia
Time consumed
 
Start: 01-Aug-18 End: 31-Jan-21
Lead Nordic partner
Biosa Danmark ApS
Country of Lead Nordic partner
Denmark
Local partner(s)
BIOTOP SRL
NCF grant size
494,682
Total project cost
633,290
Technologies
Waste to fertilizer
Methods
Organic farming, Sustainable agricultural practices, Waste management and recycling methods
Country of implementation:
Bolivia
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Description

The project has the overall objective to demonstrate the use of products based on beneficial microorganisms as a mean to achieve sustainable agricultural development in Bolivia. By the promotion of products containing beneficial microorganisms (i.e. lactic acid bacteria) and the production of bio-fertilizer, the project will assist Bolivian smallholder farmers, to mitigate GHG emissions, build resilience to climate change and develop economically viable agribusiness.

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Objective

Project's expected key objectives are:

• Implementation of probiotic supplement in dairy cattle feeding, contributing to a reduced production of methane from enteric fermentation and improved productivity and health of the cattle, generating increased income from the milk sale of smallholder dairy producers.

• New manure management system that utilises the manure to produce organic fertiliser with the application of a bio-stimulant, causing reduced GHG emission from...
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Results

Results after the completed projects:

- 3 green business concepts have been successfully tested.
- 1 partnership agreement has been signed between Biosa and BioTop.
- A total of 1200 l Mother culture were produced and delivered from Biosa to BioTop.
- The product registration and permit to produce in Bolivia by SENASAG was archived.
- Semi-automated installations to produce Biotic and Biobull have been established.
- 5 BioTop staffs received training in the production protocol...
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Sustainable Development Goals
Videos
Testimonial video of milk producer using Biotic in Challapata - 1, Testimonial video of milk producer using Biotic in Challapata - 2, Testimonial video of milk producer using Biotic in Capinota - 1, Testimonial video of milk producer using Biotic in Capinota - 2
Relevant links
Biosa Danmark ApS, Biotop SRL

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