The business publication ViaEmpresa recently published a report on our OLIVEBIOME project, highlighting the work we are doing to transform by-products from olive groves and other agri-food industries into new functional ingredients for animal nutrition.
The article highlights how we work to convert waste such as olive pits, olive pomace, or fruit and vegetable scraps into high value-added resources through advanced biotechnologies This line of work is fully aligned with our mission: to promote innovative solutions that foster the circular economy and generate a positive impact on the agricultural and livestock sectors.
A collaborative project and a shared vision
ViaEmpresa highlights the collaborative nature of the project, coordinated by Lucta and developed in conjunction with leading research centers such as IRTA, AINIA, Microomics Systems, and the Instituto de la Grasa (CSIC), as well as agri-food companies that contribute knowledge and raw materials. FEUGA, which promotes and facilitates collaboration within the operational group, is also part of this ecosystem. This alliance strengthens our ability to translate innovation from the laboratory to real-world applications.
From research to practical application
The publication highlights that the phase of identifying the by-products with the greatest potential has already been completed, and that the next steps include moving towards pilot phases and subsequent animal testing, planned for 2026. This is an important milestone that will reflect the real impact of our ingredients on intestinal health, welfare, and productive efficiency in monogastric animals.
Circular economy and animal welfare: the core of our proposal
Furthermore, as explained in the article, OLIVEBIOME not only seeks to generate new resources for the livestock industry, but also to offer solutions aligned with the current challenges of the sector, such as heat stress and the need for more sustainable alternatives to traditional additives. The combination of biotechnology, sustainability, and waste valorization is the essence of the project and has been one of the points most highlighted by the media.