Liquid Natural Fertilizer (LNF): A Game-Changer

Participant

Muhammad Imtiaz Rashid

Entity

Center of Excellence in Environmental Studies

Entity Type

Research Center | مركز بحثي

Project Type

Notable Innovative Project | مشروع ابتكاري متميز

Technical Readiness Level

TRL 2

Contact

mimmurad@kau.edu.sa
583039860

Project Description

Saudi Arabia faces severe land degradation, with less than 1% arable land and extreme water scarcity threatening food security. This project introduces a liquid natural fertilizer that restores soil health, improves water retention, and reduces dependence on chemical fertilizers.

The fertilizer combines cow slurry, micro-nanobiochar, and activated zeolite:

🟢 Cow slurry adds organic nutrients

🟤 Biochar boosts microbial activity & soil carbon

⚪ Zeolite adsorbs nutrients, preventing their leaching

Benefits:

Cuts synthetic fertilizer use and costs. Enhances soil fertility & crop yields in arid zones.
Conserves water by improving soil moisture retention. Supports Vision 2030 through circular economy & sustainable agriculture.

Impact: A scalable, cost-effective solution that transforms organic waste into a soil-restoring fertilizer, advancing Saudi Arabia’s food security and climate resilience.

Awards & Recognition

Summitted to Goumbook organization

Project Resources

No project resources or links available for this project.

Exhibition Information

Will Display Prototype:

No

Presentation Methods:

Printed Poster | ملصق مطبوع, Digital Poster | ملصق رقمي

Additional Notes:

1. Strategic Relevance Directly addresses land degradation, water scarcity, and food security top challenges for Saudi Arabia. Strong alignment with Vision 2030 (sustainable agriculture, circular economy, reduced chemical inputs). Fits RDIA’s mission of advancing innovative, resource-efficient agricultural technologies. 2. Innovation Highlights Novel liquid natural fertilizer combining cow slurry, micro-nanobiochar, and activated zeolite. Converts organic waste into a soil-restoring input. Enhances nutrient retention, soil carbon, microbial health, and water efficiency. 3. Impact & Benefits Reduces dependence on synthetic fertilizers, lower costs, and will reduce environmental pollution. Improves soil fertility & crop yield in arid conditions. Conserves water by boosting soil moisture retention. Provides a scalable, affordable solution suitable for both large farms and smallholders.