KiertoaSuomesta.fi is a marketplace that connects sellers and buyers of materials. The platform mainly functions as a marketplace for biobased side and waste streams. The main target groups are companies in agriculture, forestry and the food industry producing biobased side and waste streams, as well as industry and the public sector that use these raw materials.
The aim of the KiertoaSuomesta.fi service is to create new types of business and income opportunities for farms as easily as possible. Training and information materials are also being developed for the platform to support and increase understanding of the circular economy. Developing regional nutrient and material cycles and, thus promoting the circular economy is also one of the objectives of the marketplace.
Examples of side streams:
- manure, sludge
- contaminated / excess feed
- grass biomass
- berry seeds and skins
- logging residues
- bark, sawdust
- wetland vegetation
How to create a post:
- Register on the site using your email and company ID
Registration is required in order to place a sale or purchase ad and to view the contact details of those who have submitted ads. Without registering, you will only see basic information. The site is intended for businesses, so you will need a company ID.
- Confirm your email address and log in
Use the confirmation link in your email to log in. In the future, you can log in with your email and password.
- Creating a post
Click on “Create post” at the top of the page, choose whether you are selling or buying, and specify which category the material belongs to.
- Details about the post
Enter the name of the material, the quantity, and whether it is an ongoing supply/demand or a one-time case. You can select the expiry date of the post or mark it as continuous. Enter as much additional information as you can, set a price and attach a photo if possible. Additional information will help to promote sales and purchases.
- Trade and transaction
The transaction takes place outside the platform. You will see the contact details of the person who placed the post, and you can contact them directly to trade.
The social media accounts for the KiertoaSuomesta.fi marketplace:
🔗 KiertoaSuomesta.fi – Facebook
🔗 KiertoaSuomesta.fi – Instagram
🔗 KiertoaSuomesta.fi – LinkedIn
The marketplace is being developed as part of the TREASoURcE project (2022-2026), funded by the Horizon Europe programme. More information about the project can be found in Finnish here and in English on the project website here.
Frequently asked questions
What is KiertoaSuomesta.fi?
KiertoaSuomesta.fi is a marketplace for biobased side streams. The service is available to actors in primary production, industry, the public sector, and associations.
How do I use the KiertoaSuomesta.fi marketplace?
1. You can browse buy and sell listings without registering on the marketplace.
2. Detailed listing information and map view become available once you register.
3. To post your own listings, you must register using a business ID and email address. Verify your email by clicking a link sent to the provided address. Strong authentication is not required.
How long is my listing valid for?
You can choose the period of validity. Alternatively you can set the listing to be continuous.
What kind of listings can I post?
The marketplace is primarily for trading bio-based side streams. You can post either “For Sale” or “Wanted” listings, depending on whether you are offering or looking for materials.
You can also offer circular economy-related services, such as manure spreading or biomass processing.
Can other users see my personal information?
Only the information you include in your listing is visible to other users. Address and contact details are shown only to registered users.
I can’t find a suitable category – what should I do?
If there’s no suitable category for your listing, you can use the “Other” category.
Do I have to pay to use the site?
The site is free to use for all users.
How is payment handled?
All payments and delivery arrangements are made directly between the buyer and the seller. The platform does not currently support payment processing.
Do both the seller and buyer need to be registered?
Yes, because detailed listing information and contact details are only visible to registered users.
What if my purchase is not delivered?
KiertoaSuomesta.fi is a marketplace and is not responsible for the materials listed, the completion of transactions, payments, or related deliveries. Please refer to the service’s terms of use for more information.
How do I search for products?
You can search for products using keywords or by applying category filters in the search bar to narrow down materials by product group.
Once logged in, you can also use the map feature to see what’s available near you.
You can browse listings by selecting “For Sale” or “Wanted,” or view all listings by choosing “All.”
Which browsers can I use with KiertoaSuomesta?
The site works with up-to-date versions of the following browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
