Veolia / Inrae : research agreement on the effects of emerging pollutants in compost

Veolia and Inrae have renewed their research agreement until 2030, with the aim of gaining a better understanding of the impact of emerging pollutants, such as PFAS and microplastics, throughout the agricultural supply chain, they announced on 29 October 2026.

This new phase of the study forms part of the QualiAgro programme, which analyses the long-term effects of compost on soils, crops and the environment.

The extension of the research will enable scientists to study the impact of these emerging pollutants in recycled organic matter, soils, plants and water, as well as the conditions required to preserve soil quality and agricultural yields.

At the same time, scientists will investigate “how adding compost helps the soil retain water more effectively, thereby making it more resilient to…