Compost & Organic Waste Facility Investment

Hatay's olive, citrus and vegetable production generates a significant volume of agricultural organic waste (olive pomace, fruit/vegetable residue). A compost facility processes this waste, solving an environmental problem while producing an organic fertilizer product that can be sold directly back to the same regional agricultural producers.

What Project Types Are Worth Considering?

• Agricultural organic waste composting facility
• Olive pomace recovery and composting
• Urban organic waste (food waste) composting facility
• Organic fertilizer packaging and marketing

Which Areas Should You Consider?

Kırıkhan and Altınözü, close to olive and agricultural production, are the primary location for organic waste sourcing. The Antakya area offers a separate opportunity for urban organic waste collection.

Licensing and Permit Process

• Environmental permit/license from the Provincial Directorate of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change
• Temporary activity certificate for the compost facility
• Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry registration to sell organic fertilizer
• Zoning status compliance for the facility use

Incentives and Support

Region 6 incentives apply to compost facility investments as well; an additional market for your product can emerge within organic/sustainable agriculture support frameworks.

What to Keep in Mind

Processing certain waste types, like olive pomace, can require specific technical know-how; designing a waste-type-specific process is important for facility efficiency.