The expanded growth of the paper and cellulose industry and the consumer market in recent decades has led the production of large amounts of waste, which has become a major economic and environmental concern. The aim of this study was to evaluate the economic feasibility of using three rates of organic compost derived from composted cellulose extraction residues to replace mineral fertilizers in eucalyptus cultivation, in Selvíria, MS, Brazil. The cost methodology was based on the total operational cost and total cost. The organic fertilization was more expensive than the mineral fertilization due to the high costs of transportation and application, being economically viable only in areas close to the industries.
Cellulose residue; Eucalyptus urograndis; fertilization; substitution cost
