RhizoFeed is a UK biotechnology startup that engineers microbial consortiums to convert agricultural and food waste into bio-based soil amendments for land restoration and circular agricultural economies.
RhizoFeed Ltd is a UK-based biotechnology startup focused on the development of engineered microbial consortium technology. The company specializes in creating bespoke microbial solutions, utilizing combinations of fungi and bacteria to break down agricultural and food waste streams. These processes are designed to transform waste into bio-based products, such as soil amendments, aimed at restoring degraded land and supporting a circular bioeconomy. The company is registered for business activities including the manufacture of prepared animal feeds, waste treatment and disposal, and research and experimental development in biotechnology.
The company's work is intended to provide sustainable agricultural solutions by addressing land degradation and waste management challenges. Supported by Innovate UK, RhizoFeed is engaged in efforts to translate scientific research into practical, deployable products, with active projects including the development of a pilot facility targeting agricultural land restoration. As a research-driven entity, it applies expertise in fields such as microbiology, molecular biology, and bioprocessing to create scalable impact within the agricultural sector.