Rural Development Investment Initiative Trust (Rudevit) says its organic fertiliser manufacturing plant in Blantyre is set to start operations in January with an annual production target of 20 000 metric tonnes (MT).
Speaking during a tour of the facility in Chileka, Blantyre, Rudevit executive chairperson Hastings Bofomo Nyirenda said the company has secured approval from the Ministry of Agriculture following three successful trials at Chitedze and Bvumbwe research stations.
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“Dry tests have been successful and we are bringing in raw materials, particularly waste, so we are confident production will commence in January,” he said.
Nyirenda said the plant will directly employ about 55 people while surrounding communities will also benefit through opportunities to sell waste to the company.
The facility is equipped with several machines, including compost turner, granulator, drier, conveyors, mixer, hot furnace and screening and packaging equipment.
Nyirenda said about K2 billion has been invested in the project, with the funds raised through loans and share offerings.
Meanwhile, the venture’s share trading of K10 per share closes on December 31 2025 pending subsequent review in February 2026.
Commenting on the development, agriculture expert Leonard Chimwaza said the production of organic fertiliser will improve access to affordable farm inputs and boost crop production.
“Organic fertiliser has potential to improve the soil structure and texture as opposed to inorganic fertiliser. Its introduction will rejuvenate soils and promote environmental conservation,” he said.
Last week, businessperson and philanthropist Napoleon Dzombe also announced that a fertiliser processing plant he is putting up in Dowa District will become operational in April 2026.
Malawi requires 475 000MT of fertiliser annually.
