Harm Smit

Harm Smit (dr.ir.) is a senior researcher at Wageningen University & Research's Emissions & Manure Valorisation department. With over two decades of experience in agricultural systems, his work focuses on optimizing manure processing technologies, nitrogen dynamics in grasslands, and sustainable biogas production. He leads multiple active projects related to livestock emissions and circular agriculture solutions.

• Current Projects:
  • KD-2024-087: Hygienization installations for manure
  • KD-2024-077: Alternatives to sulfuric acid in air scrubbers
  • BREF-actualisering: Manure processing regulations
• Research Domains:
  • Biogas production feasibility analysis
  • Nitrogen fixation in forage systems
  • Grassland productivity modeling
  • Milk fatty acid composition studies
• Professional Engagements:
  • Keynote speaker at 2025 webinar on Integrated Nutrient Management
  • Presenter at 2024 conference on manure products