Meet Agricultural Industry Standards with Confidence

Fertiliser and agricultural product manufacturers operate in an increasingly regulated environment with growing demands for traceability and product stewardship. Whether you're meeting UK Fertiliser Regulations, the new EU Fertilising Products Regulation, EPA requirements for US distribution, or customer demands for sustainable sourcing documentation, comprehensive digital traceability is essential for compliance and market access.

Trace Swift provides complete lot-level traceability designed specifically for fertiliser blending and agricultural product manufacturing. Our platform automates batch tracking, raw material sourcing records, and compliance records so you can focus on production rather than paperwork.

Regulatory Standards We Support

The Cost of Poor Traceability

In fertiliser and agricultural product manufacturing, traceability failures can have serious consequences for crop safety, environmental compliance, and business continuity. Inadequate systems can result in:

• Crop damage claims: Without batch records linking inputs to finished products, investigating crop damage complaints becomes impossible
• Expanded recalls: Without precise batch tracking, quality issues may require recalling far more product than necessary
• Regulatory penalties: Contaminant limit violations, mislabelling, and documentation failures can result in significant fines and product seizures
• Market exclusion: Non-compliance with EU FPR can result in products being barred from the European market
• Customer loss: Agricultural distributors and cooperatives require complete batch documentation and rapid response to quality enquiries
• Environmental liability: Contaminated fertiliser can lead to soil and water pollution with significant remediation costs and legal exposure
• Organic decertification: For organic-approved inputs, traceability failures can result in loss of organic certification

What Fertiliser Regulations Require

Product Composition Documentation

Fertiliser regulations require comprehensive documentation of product composition:

• Nutrient content: Documented nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and secondary/micronutrient levels
• Component materials: Under EU FPR, tracking of Component Material Categories (CMCs) used
• Contaminant levels: Documentation that heavy metals and other contaminants meet limits
• Guaranteed analysis: Substantiation for label claims and guaranteed nutrient content
• Batch consistency: Evidence that each batch meets registered specifications

Traceability Requirements

Both EU and UK regulations require traceability throughout the supply chain:

• Raw material sourcing: Records identifying suppliers and source materials for each batch
• Batch identification: Unique batch numbers for all production
• Forward traceability: Ability to identify all finished products containing specific input lots
• Backward traceability: Ability to trace finished products back to raw material sources
• Record retention: Maintenance of records for required periods (typically 5-10 years)

Labelling and Documentation

Fertiliser products require specific labelling and supporting documentation:

• Product identity: Clear product identification and manufacturer details
• Nutrient declaration: Accurate nutrient content statements
• Application guidance: Usage instructions and rates
• Batch marking: Lot or batch numbers enabling traceability
• Compliance marking: CE marking (EU) or other required compliance marks

How Trace Swift Supports Compliance

EU Fertilising Products Regulation Support

The EU Fertilising Products Regulation (FPR) 2019/1009 introduces new requirements for fertilising products placed on the EU market with CE marking. Trace Swift supports the traceability and documentation needs for FPR compliance.

Component Material Categories (CMCs)

The FPR requires tracking of component materials by category:

• CMC identification: Document component materials used in each product
• Source traceability: Track component materials from suppliers through production
• Batch records: Production documentation supporting compliance demonstration
• Batch linkage: Connect specific input lots to finished product batches

Product Function Categories (PFCs)

Products must be correctly classified by function:

• Category assignment: Document product classification in formula records
• Formula records: Documented formulations with ingredient composition
• Batch documentation: Production records for each manufactured batch
• Composition data: Formula and batch records supporting labelling requirements

Contaminant Limits

The FPR sets strict limits on contaminants:

• Input material records: Record supplier information and batch codes
• Batch documentation: Production records linking inputs to finished products
• Traceability: Link specific input lots to finished product batches
• Audit-ready records: Documentation supporting compliance demonstration

UK Fertiliser Regulations Support

UK domestic fertiliser regulations apply to products manufactured and sold in Great Britain. Trace Swift supports the traceability and documentation requirements for UK compliance.

Purpose-Built for Agricultural Manufacturing

Trace Swift understands the unique requirements of fertiliser and agricultural product manufacturing. Our platform supports manufacturers producing compound fertilisers, blended products, liquid feeds, and specialty agricultural inputs.

Agricultural Manufacturing Scenarios

Raw Material Categories We Support

Trace Swift handles the full range of fertiliser raw materials:

• Nitrogen Sources: Track urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulphate, and other N sources with lot traceability
• Phosphate Sources: Manage DAP, MAP, TSP, and rock phosphate with lot tracking
• Potash Sources: Track MOP, SOP, and other potassium sources
• Secondary Nutrients: Manage calcium, magnesium, and sulphur sources
• Micronutrients: Track boron, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, and zinc sources
• Organic Materials: Manage composts, manures, and other organic inputs
• Additives: Track coatings, inhibitors, and other functional additives

Beyond Compliance: Business Benefits

While regulatory compliance drives the need for traceability, Trace Swift delivers additional value to fertiliser manufacturing operations:

Accurate Cost Calculation

Know the true cost of every product you manufacture. Trace Swift tracks actual raw material costs at the batch level. When commodity prices change, see immediately how your margins are affected. Essential for competitive pricing in volatile fertiliser markets.

Formula Cost Optimisation

Compare raw material costs across approved suppliers. Identify opportunities to optimise formulations without compromising nutrient content or quality. Cost cascade calculations show how input changes affect finished product costs across your entire portfolio.

Inventory Control

Track inventory by lot and age. Manage seasonal stock build-up efficiently with real-time visibility. FEFO management helps rotate stock appropriately, particularly important for products with stability considerations.

Production Efficiency

Digital production capture eliminates manual data entry and transcription errors. Barcode scanning speeds batch recording. Preparation summaries help plan production runs and warehouse picking. Mass balance calculations identify yield issues before they become problems.

Customer Response

When customers enquire about batch quality, request documentation, or investigate crop performance issues, respond in minutes rather than hours. Instant access to batch records and raw material traceability improves customer service and supports agronomic troubleshooting.

Implementation in Days, Not Months

Unlike complex ERP systems requiring lengthy implementations and expensive consultants, Trace Swift is designed for rapid deployment:

1. Day 1-2: Setup - Create your account, set up raw materials, suppliers, and product formulas
2. Day 3-5: Go-Live - Start recording production batches in actual manufacturing
3. Ongoing: Support - UK-based email support helps you optimise your processes

Most fertiliser manufacturers achieve full traceability compliance within their first week. No consultants required. No lengthy configuration. Just practical software that works.

Transparent, Affordable Pricing

Fertiliser manufacturing software shouldn't require enterprise budgets. Trace Swift pricing starts at £90/month with no long-term contracts or hidden fees.

• All features included in every plan
• Unlimited raw materials, formulas, and batches
• Full traceability and compliance capabilities
• Regular software updates and improvements
• Email support during UK business hours

Your Formulations Stay Confidential

Your fertiliser formulations and blending recipes represent competitive advantage. Trace Swift treats them with the confidentiality they deserve:

• Strict multi-tenant architecture ensures complete data isolation
• Your formulations are never shared, analysed, or accessed by other users
• Hosted on secure AWS infrastructure
• Encrypted data transmission and storage
• You retain full ownership of your data
• Follows GDPR principles for EU data protection

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Trace Swift work for small fertiliser manufacturers?

Yes. Trace Swift is designed for small to medium fertiliser manufacturers and blenders. Our pricing and functionality are tailored for businesses that need professional traceability without enterprise complexity or cost. Whether you're producing 20 batches per month or 200, Trace Swift scales with you.

Will this help me meet EU FPR requirements?

Trace Swift supports the traceability and documentation requirements for EU Fertilising Products Regulation compliance. We help you track component materials, maintain batch records, and document that products meet specification requirements. For conformity assessment and CE marking, you'll need to work with notified bodies where required.

Can Trace Swift track nutrient content and contaminants?

You can record nutrient and contaminant information in your input descriptions and notes, and attach supplier documentation to incoming material lots. This data links to specific batches through traceability, supporting your compliance documentation.

How does Trace Swift handle custom blending?

Trace Swift supports custom blend formulas for different customers. Each blend is tracked as a separate product with its own formula and batch records. You maintain complete traceability while managing multiple customer-specific products.

What about organic certification support?

Trace Swift helps maintain chain of custody documentation for organic-approved inputs. You can track approved raw materials through production and maintain the batch-level records certification bodies expect during audits.

Can I manage contract manufacturing for distributors?

Yes. Trace Swift supports production for multiple customers including agricultural distributors and cooperatives. Each customer's products are tracked independently with complete traceability, while you maintain oversight of all production.

How long does a traceability trace take?

Most traces complete in under 5 minutes. You can identify all products containing a specific raw material lot, or all inputs in a specific product batch, essentially instantly. This supports rapid response in quality investigations and customer enquiries.

What if I have questions during implementation?

We provide email support during UK business hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:00 GMT). Most support queries receive responses within 24 hours. Our support team can help you configure the system for your specific fertiliser manufacturing processes.