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Global agribusiness leader Alltech has broken ground on a new $4.6 million biofertilizer manufacturing facility at its global headquarters campus in Kentucky. The 15,000-square-foot site marks Alltech’s first U.S. plant dedicated to crop science technologies, advancing the company’s mission to reduce reliance on imported chemical fertilizers while promoting sustainable, science-based agriculture.
Supported by a $2.34 million grant from the USDA Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP), the facility will produce over 66,000 gallons of biological fertilizers per shift per month and employ at least six new full-time staff. Modeled after Alltech Crop Science (ACS) operations in Brazil and Spain, the Kentucky plant will also manufacture more than 30 natural, microbe-based products aimed at improving soil fertility, root development, and crop resilience.
Dr. Steve Borst, Vice President of Alltech Crop Science, said the new facility represents “the next phase in scaling our biological innovations for agriculture,” noting that the company’s microbial fermentation expertise allows it to “bring natural, science-based solutions that strengthen crops and reduce dependence on synthetic fertilizers.”
Alltech President and CEO Dr. Mark Lyons emphasized the broader mission behind the investment:
“Fermentation has always been at the heart of our business. This facility enables us to apply that expertise in new ways to enhance crop health, productivity, and sustainability. We’re proud to grow our innovation base in Kentucky, serving U.S. farmers and advancing the science of agriculture.”
The USDA’s FPEP initiative—launched in 2022 to address fertilizer shortages and price spikes—aims to bolster domestic fertilizer supply chains and increase access to biological alternatives. Alltech’s project was selected for its innovative contribution to soil and crop health, and its alignment with the company’s global purpose: “Working Together for a Planet of Plenty®.”
State leaders, including Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear’s senior advisor Rocky Adkins and U.S. Representative Andy Barr, praised the expansion for both its environmental and economic impact. Congressman Barr noted that the project “strengthens supply chains and creates more opportunities for Kentuckians.”
The groundbreaking coincided with the annual Alltech Presidents Club, which gathered more than 70 leaders from the global agri-food sector to discuss sustainable agricultural innovation and the future of food systems.
With this investment, Alltech reinforces its commitment to advancing biological crop solutions, supporting U.S. farmers’ independence, and expanding the global reach of environmentally responsible agronomic technologies.
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