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Munster Technological University (MTU) has launched a pilot green biorefinery at its Kerry Campus, advancing Ireland's sustainable agriculture and circular bioeconomy. The facility aims to convert Ireland's grasslands into high-value products, including animal feed, human-grade protein, prebiotics, flavors, and bioenergy.

Funded by Enterprise Ireland and supported by the Centre for Applied BioSciences Research (CABR), this initiative builds on previous projects such as Rural BioReFarmeries. The pilot will facilitate further development ahead of a demonstration-scale biorefinery and anaerobic digestion facility planned for 2026 at Farm Zero C in Bandon, Co Cork, in partnership with University College Dublin and Carbery Group. Ireland imports approximately 3 million tonnes of animal feed concentrates annually, and MTU research indicates that grass protein concentrate could provide a local alternative with a significantly lower climate impact.