Each batch of digestate contains readily available nitrogen, phosphate, potash and a range of vital trace elements. Because the nutrients are naturally plant‑available, crops can absorb them quickly and efficiently, supporting strong growth while improving overall soil health. Digestate can be stored on farm until spreading, offering flexibility around seasonal operations. This approach creates a genuine circular model: organic material collected from UK households, retailers and businesses is processed through AD and returned to farmland as a valuable fertiliser. What begins on the farm ultimately comes back to support the next crop cycle.
Biogen’s AD operations supply farmers with a reliable, consistent and environmentally responsible alternative to manufactured fertilisers. Using digestate reduces dependence on synthetic products, lowers carbon footprint and supports the transition to more sustainable agricultural practices.
19
AD Plants Nationwide
320,000
Tonnes of Bio-Fertiliser Produced Per Annum
All digestate produced at Biogen AD plants meets the BSI PAS110 standard—the national quality specification for biofertiliser. Biogen’s environmental specialists helped develop this standard alongside BSI, WRAP and the Renewable Energy Association, ensuring it reflects best practice for safety, quality and environmental performance.
PAS110 accreditation means digestate is classified as a product rather than waste. This removes waste‑handling restrictions, simplifies spreading activities and reduces administrative and compliance burdens for farmers.
By choosing PAS110‑accredited digestate from Biogen, farmers gain access to a consistent, sustainable fertiliser that supports soil productivity, enhances nutrient efficiency and contributes to a cleaner, low‑carbon future for UK agriculture.
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