BIORUMIOLI Operational Group: Bioeconomic products derived from small ruminants through the revaluation of olive oil by-products

The aim is to demonstrate that olive pulp can be incorporated into the diet of small ruminants, increasing the profitability of livestock farms and creating an alternative for the olive oil industry. This will lead to more efficient use of energy for byproduct management and the reduction of nitrous oxide and methane emissions from biomass burning. The application of the knowledge generated by the participating research organizations will provide a number of opportunities for the sector:

a) Economic return to primary producers (oil mills and farmers), after evaluating the technical feasibility of the treatment and the costs of valorizing the olive pulp for inclusion in goat diets.

b) Development of new technologically viable dairy products using goat's milk, with an additional benefit derived from feeding the animals olive pulp.

c) To understand consumers' preferences, acceptance, and willingness to pay for dairy products that incorporate bioeconomic preparations of olive oil by-products into their diet.

d) To understand the environmental impact of including olive oil by-products in the diet of small ruminants.

e) Ensure the traceability and information of new products provided to the consumer through the use of QR codes associated with bioeconomic and functional dairy products.