Design and Development of a Mill for Organic Fertilizer

Citlali Lopez Sanchez^1*, Cruz Norberto González Morales², José Luis Hernández Corona³

Abstract

The central issue addressed by this research project is the inadequate management of organic waste and the degradation of agricultural soils, pressing challenges both globally and in Mexico, particularly in Tlaxcala. The accumulation of organic waste (crop residues, food scraps, manure) contributes to environmental pollution, pest proliferation, and greenhouse gas emissions. To address this problem, the project proposes the design and development of a mill for organic fertilizer. The primary goal of this mill is to transform organic waste into high-quality fertilizer through an efficient grinding and homogenization process. Reducing particle size is crucial to accelerate microbial processing and ensure optimal nutrient release, thereby improving fertilizer effectiveness. The expected results of this project are multiple and highly significant:Technological: A functional, efficient, and robust prototype of an organic fertilizer mill will be developed, with the capacity to process organic material so that at least 85% of it reaches a particle size smaller than 2 centimeters. Environmental: The amount of organic waste ending up in landfills will be reduced, lowering soil and water pollution while mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. Social and Economic: Small and medium-scale farmers will gain access to a technology that enables them to produce their own fertilizer, reducing costs and strengthening self-sufficiency. Academic: The project will generate original scientific and technological knowledge with potential for publications, patents, and the training of highly skilled human capital in engineering and agronomy. In summary, this project seeks to provide a practical and innovative solution to transform an environmental problem into a valuable resource, driving agricultural sustainability and local development.

Keywords

organic waste, fertilizer mill,  sustainability.

Cite This Article

Sanchez, C. L., Morales, C. N. G., Corona, J. L. H. (2025). Design and Development of a Mill for Organic Fertilizer. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 6| Issue 5: Sep – Oct 2025, Pages 988-990 URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Volume6-Issue5-Sep-Oct-No.962-988-990.pdf

Volume 6 | Issue 5: Sep – Oct 2025