Saviolife Srl is a specialized Italian manufacturer headquartered in Viadana, Italy, focused on producing natural tannin extracts and advanced nutrient solutions for agriculture, animal nutrition, and industrial applications. As a member of the larger Saviola Group—renowned for sustainability-driven chemical and wood industries—Saviolife serves as the biotech and agritech arm of the group. The company is globally recognized for its innovation in slow-release fertilizers and the extraction of sustainable tannins from renewable sources such as chestnut wood.
Core Business and Offerings
Saviolife operates at the intersection of biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, and green chemistry. Its portfolio spans two main segments:
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Natural Tannin Extracts:
- Saviotan: A 100% natural extract from chestnut wood (Castanea sativa) used across agriculture, animal feed, wine clarification, and leather tanning industries. Known for its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and protein-binding properties.
- Agricultural Use: Improves soil microbiome, plant resistance, and bioavailability of nutrients.
- Animal Feed Additive: Enhances gut health, reduces methane emissions in ruminants, and supports natural growth promotion.
- Industrial Use: Applied in adhesives, tanning, and enological clarifications.
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Fertilizers and Soil Nutrition:
- Sazolene 39G: A granular slow-release nitrogen fertilizer based on methylenurea, offering long-lasting nitrogen supply without leaching losses.
- Targeted for: open-field crops, vineyards, sports turf, golf courses, and horticulture.
- Sazolene SC: Liquid version of slow-release nitrogen designed for foliar or fertigation applications in precision farming.
- Granular NPK Fertilizers: Customized formulations blending nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium with or without organic matter.
- Liquid NPK Fertilizers: Balanced liquid nutrient mixes designed for rapid nutrient uptake and correction of deficiencies.
All Saviolife fertilizers are low-chloride, controlled-release, and soil-enhancing, contributing to sustainable crop yields and environmental safety.
Specialization and Core USP
Saviolife's distinct advantage lies in its integration of plant-derived bioactives (tannins) with advanced nutrient technologies. Key differentiators include:
- Chestnut wood tannins with proven efficacy in natural performance enhancement, without synthetic additives.
- Long-release nitrogen systems (Sazolene series) that match nitrogen release with plant uptake curves, reducing loss and environmental impact.
- Circular economy approach, using wood residues and by-products from Saviola’s industrial operations.
- Active R&D partnerships with universities and agricultural research centers for product testing and innovation.
This dual focus on bio-based inputs and fertilizer efficiency positions Saviolife as a next-generation agritech company rooted in sustainability.
Financial Performance
As part of the Saviola Group—an established Italian industrial group with over €600 million in group revenues—Saviolife contributes as the agriscience and specialty biotech division:
- Estimated standalone revenues of €10–15 million annually.
- Revenue mix includes 30% exports, particularly to EU countries such as France, Germany, and Spain, and growing presence in North Africa and South America.
- Investment of over €5 million in the past 3 years into R&D, granulation technology, and international expansion.
- Saviotan and Sazolene represent the core revenue drivers, with continued demand across organic and sustainable farming sectors.
Shipment Records
Trade and logistics indicators show:
- Saviolife ships to over 25 countries, including across the EU, LATAM, and Asia.
- Key exports include Saviotan powder (20 kg bags) and Sazolene 39G (25 kg granular bags).
- Liquid fertilizers like Sazolene SC and NPK formulations are shipped in IBC containers or drums for B2B distributors and cooperatives.
- Over 5,000 tons of fertilizers and tannin products are shipped annually, supporting small-scale and industrial-scale farming systems.
Target Market
Saviolife serves a multi-industry customer base:
- Agricultural cooperatives and large farms practicing sustainable and precision farming.
- Organic producers and winegrowers seeking plant-based biostimulants.
- Animal feed manufacturers and livestock producers focused on gut health and feed efficiency.
- Leather and wood industries needing tannins for eco-friendly processing.
- Agrochemical distributors and international fertilizer brands sourcing bulk or custom formulations.
The company’s largest customer segments are in viticulture, cereal farming, specialty crops, and ruminant feed.
Capabilities
- State-of-the-art extraction facilities for wood tannin processing.
- Granulation and liquid blending plants equipped with controlled-release formulation technologies.
- Custom formulation capabilities based on crop, region, and soil needs.
- Regulatory expertise in EU fertilizer and feed additive registration.
- Collaborative R&D partnerships with Italian and European agronomy institutions.
This diversified manufacturing and technical structure allows flexibility in B2B partnerships, OEM production, and co-development of new products.
Certifications and Compliance
- REACH registration for tannin extracts.
- EU Fertilizing Products Regulation (FPR 2019/1009) compliant.
- Certified Organic Input status for select products (where applicable).
- ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications for quality and environmental management.
- Compliance with EFSA guidelines for feed additive safety where applicable.
Saviolife adheres to the highest standards of traceability, environmental safety, and regulatory compliance across sectors.
Customer Testimonials
“Saviotan has become an integral part of our vineyard soil health strategy. It reduces disease incidence and enhances grape resilience.”
– Giovanni R., Organic Viticulture Specialist, Tuscany
“Sazolene helped us cut nitrogen losses by half without sacrificing yield. It’s a reliable solution for sustainable nitrogen management.”
– Anna D., Agronomist, Emilia-Romagna Cooperative
Major Achievements
- Developed one of the first industrial-grade tannin products tailored for agriculture under the brand Saviotan.
- Introduced Sazolene 39G, a methylenurea-based fertilizer with proven slow nitrogen release over 100+ days.
- Partnered with major Italian cooperatives and research bodies for on-field agronomic validation trials.
- Achieved consistent 20% YoY growth in export revenue across southern Europe and North Africa.
- Featured in Ecomondo and Fieragricola exhibitions as a benchmark in eco-innovation and sustainable nutrient management.
Saviolife Srl continues to lead the transition toward sustainable, efficient, and bio-based agriculture through its synergy of tradition, biotechnology, and environmental responsibility.
