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INFINITIZING PLANT-BASED PROTEINS Plant-based #proteins – sourced from a variety of #plantbased foods such as legumes, grains, nuts, seeds and certain vegetables – have gained popularity due to their #health benefits, environmental #sustainability and #ethical considerations when compared with #animal-based proteins. An estimate of plant-based-protein #market #size pegged it at USD 13.3 billion in 2023 and at USD 19.2 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 7.7% from 2023 to 2028 (MarketsandMarkets™ Research, 2024). Practically all or most plant-based proteins in the market today, however, are sourced from plant crops grown in #openfields -- and, thus, remain subject to the #disruptive #impact of #climatechange and perpetuate the #harmful aspects of conventional #openfield agriculture with respect to extensive use of #fertilizers, #pesticides and #irrigation water. Veganz Group AG, however, is set to transform and elevate the plant-based-protein industry by growing its pea crops indoors using the patented #OrbiFarm technology for indoor cultivation of staple foods -- developed and tested with the Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology IME and will be brought to an industrial-scale production plant ready for series production by Körber Technologies. OribiFarm-cultivated #pea plants “have double the fruit yield compared to conventional cultivation, but can also be harvested six times a year. The entire biomass, i.e. fruit, plant and root, can be used for further processing into protein raw materials for the industry, which drastically increases the yield and efficiency once again. This results in an #economic #efficiency that allows cultivation in indoor farming with the advantages of controlled environmental conditions.” Jan Bredack, Founder & CEO of Veganz Group, says that OrbiFarm enables “an #economically #viable solution for #foodsecurity . . . [that] can be used anywhere in the world, particularly in regions where agriculture is not possible today due to climatic conditions, and will ensure secure cultivation and a stable, predictable supply of plant proteins.” Effectively, OrbiFarm transforms plant-based proteins into an #Infinite #Agriculture innovation (#IA) -- characterized by being #regenerative, #selfperpetuating, #circular, #closedloop and controlled-environment -- with outsized #beneficial environmental and economic #impact including, among others, significantly #reduced #land and #water requirements, no pesticides, and 24/7-365 operation independent of geography, weather, season and climate. IA – whose principal #innovations encompass #VerticalFarming, #labgrown #meat, lab grown #seafoods, #mushroom #mycelium-based foods, #microalgae-based foods, #insectbased #feed #protein, and more – advances the long-overdue and much needed great #rebalancing of the Earth’s #foodsystems. The best is yet to come. Marc Stift Association for Vertical Farming, VertiFarm, Messe Dortmund GmbH FAO, USDA, University of Arizona

https://lnkd.in/en_Xm5CN Happy to share the publication of the scientific article Assessing the role of field Isolated Pseudomonas and Bacillus as growth-promoting rhizobacteria on avocado (Persea Americana) seedlings, in the high-impact journal Q1 Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment from the Wiley editorial This study showed that avocado plants inoculated with P. putida, P. plecoglossicida and B. subtilis reached the highest values of total extraction of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Likewise, inoculation with phosphate-solubilizing strains of P. plecoglossicida (P1 and Bac M strains) resulted in increased root, leaf, and total biomass, as well as leaf area, in avocado plants. The Bac M strain of P. plecoglossicida also increased the potassium and phosphorus uptake efficiency index. Biostimulation in the absorption and assimilation of nutrients increased the leaf area, root, leaf and total biomass of avocado plants inoculated with B. subtilis and P. plecoglossicida. These results suggest that the plant growth-promoting activity of Pseudomonas and Bacillus is due to greater stimulation of plant nutrition. Solórzano Acosta R. A, & Quispe, K. R. (2024). Assessing the role of field isolated Pseudomonas and Bacillus as growth‐promoting rizobacteria on avocado (Persea americana) seedlings. In urn: issn: 2767-035X. John Wiley & Sons Inc. https://lnkd.in/e55s5jJc

We are excited to announce our groundbreaking no-cost microbial fertilizer trial, and we invite you to join us in revolutionizing your farming practice. Our microbial fertilizer offers a natural and sustainable alternative to synthetic fertilizers, reducing your dependency on costly and potentially harmful chemicals. By participating in our trial, you will have the opportunity to experience the benefits of this innovative product firsthand, at no cost to you. Our microbial fertilizer trial is a unique opportunity for farmers to explore the potential of this cutting-edge technology, and we are confident that the results will speak for themselves. By harnessing the power of beneficial microbes, our fertilizer works to improve soil health, enhance plant growth, and increase crop yield. Additionally, our microbial fertilizer has been shown to contribute to the overall sustainability of farming practices, promoting a healthy and balanced ecosystem. Participating in our trial is simple and easy. All you need to do is visit our website at https://lnkd.in/gRuVtWsg to learn more about the trial and sign up to participate. Once you are enrolled, we will provide you with the necessary materials and instructions to incorporate our microbial fertilizer into your existing farming practices. Throughout the trial, our team will be available to support you, answer any questions, and monitor the progress of your crops. We are committed to providing farmers with a better, more sustainable way to nourish their land and produce healthy crops. By joining our trial, you will be at the forefront of a movement to transform the agricultural industry and pave the way for a more sustainable future. We believe that the potential of microbial fertilizers is limitless, and we are excited to partner with forward-thinking farmers like you to unlock this potential. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to revolutionize your farming practice. Sign up for our no-cost microbial fertilizer trial today and take the first step toward a more sustainable and prosperous future for your farm. #MicrobialFertilizer #SustainableFarming #AgriculturalInnovation #NoCostTrial #JoinTheMovement #health #benefits #growth #harmfulchemicals #dependency #practice #agriculturesector #light_shots #farmingpractices #cutting #hikes #beexcited #grassy #results #naturephotos #cloudlife #tech #beneficialmicrobes #waycoolshots #soilhealth #naturalenvironment #potential #farmers #cloudy #nature_lovers #naturallandscape #farmingpractice #opportunity #natural_environment #nature

An important agroecological message: Consider the trophic dependencies when predicting outcomes or reflecting on whether claims are reasonable! Trophic relationships pertain to element fluxes and stocks as relevant to plant nutrition and biomass allocation in symbioses between auto- and heterotrophic organisms. Light, water, and carbon are ’nutrients’ or carriers, or pumps thereof for plants and, of course, carbohydrates are THE nutrient of heterotrophic organisms. In an agriculture context with little to virtually no co-adaption between crop plants and plant-beneficial microbes, it is no wonder that the effect size of sward diversity - that of the autotrophic component, the (ecological) primary producers (in terms of biomass and nutrient yield), was much, much bigger than that of plant-beneficial microbes, which is that of the (just) supportive heterotrophic, i.e., plant-dependent component in the (ecological) food chain, even though called ‘biofertilizers’, because contributing as living biological units to improved element and or fertilizer usage, The take-home message is thus In short, let’s farm, i.e., produce biomass 1) with a greater diversity of primary producers and only 3) fiddle around with possible microbial support agents to improve the usage of 2) nutrient drain-compensating fertilizers and/or nutrient-containing, i.e., -releasing soil amendments. - It’s the functions and not the names of management interventions that count under real-world conditions! - Try to understand instead of believe and get distracted. The crucial question remaining from this trial to me is: Did the microbial inoculants receive sufficient plant carbohydrates to sustain their number for any possible quantitative effect? - We don’t know. - Proofing their occurrence and persistence (and the decline of their DNA after being inoculated) does not suffice. Their relative and in particular absolute abundance (and vitality!) counts according to Grim’s pertinent (trait-based) mass ratio theory that he developed as a framework for application, i.e., exactly for agronomists and restoration ecologists and not so much basic science. - Also, what about relic DNA stabilised at clay surfaces in soil instead of active cells sitting on roots? - Moreover, arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and their host plants need nitrogen to make poorly mobile and little soluble elements, such as phosphorus, plant growth-relevant in heavily P-loaden Irish (and generally European) agricultural soils at high soil moisture. A solid full-factorial verification trial in the field of ‘sward diversity’ x ‘bioinoculation’ as factors with the ‘single’ and ‘combinatorial’ forage plant species (grass + legume + herb) and microbial inoculant species (bacteria + fungi) ‘richness’ as levels, respectively. - A reference to remaining agroecological realists in ‘modern’ forage science. https://lnkd.in/dMG2p-EF

🧂 Salinity stress is one of the major abiotic factors limiting sustainable agriculture. Halotolerant plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) increased salt stress tolerance in plants, but the mechanisms underlying the tolerance are poorly understood. 🦠This study investigated the PGP activity of four halotolerant bacteria under salinity stress and the tomato salt-tolerance mechanisms induced by the synergy of these bacteria with the exopolysaccharide (EPS) mauran. All PGPB tested in this study were able to offer a significant improvement of tomato plant biomass under salinity stress; Peribacillus castrilensis N3 being the most efficient one. 🍅 Tomato plants treated with N3 and the EPS mauran showed greater tolerance to NaCl than the treatment in the absence of EPS and PGPB. The synergy of N3 with mauran confers salt stress tolerance in tomato plants by increasing sodium transporter genes' expression and osmoprotectant content, including soluble sugars, polyols, proline, GABA, phenols and the polyamine putrescine. These osmolytes together with the induction of sodium transporter genes increase the osmotic adjustment capacity to resist water loss and maintain ionic homeostasis. 👉These findings suggest that the synergy of the halotolerant bacterium N3 and the EPS mauran could enhance tomato plant growth by mitigating salt stress and could have great potential as an inductor of salinity tolerance in the agriculture sector. Read more https://bit.ly/3R7X4Sf

𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞, 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭, & 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄 : https://lnkd.in/dYdNDWRc #Sustainable agriculture employs #ecofriendly methods, such as biofertilization, to enhance plant productivity by boosting soil fertility and nutrient content. Biofertilizers, made from living organisms, improve soil health without causing pollution due to their biodegradability. These organisms include microorganisms like bacteria, #microalgae, and micro fungi, as well as macro-organisms such as macroalgae, macro fungi, and higher plants. Unlike chemical fertilizers, which contribute to heavy metal accumulation in the soil, biofertilizers derived from living organisms or their residues are gaining popularity. Their use supports sustainable agricultural development by preserving soil health. The biofertilizer market is being driven by the expansion of organic farming, increasing demand for organic food, rising environmental concerns, growing government initiatives to promote biofertilizer usage, and increased investments from key market players. ➤𝑩𝒚 𝙏𝙮𝙥𝙚 (Nitrogen-Fixing Microbes, Phosphate Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes, Potassium Solubilizing & Mobilizing Microbes) ➤𝑩𝒚 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 (#seedtreatment, #Foliar Spray, #fertigation ) ➤𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: Novonesis UPL Vanguard National Fertilizers Limited IPL Biologicals Limited BioWorks Symborg SEIPASA Rizobacter Vegalab Lallemand AgriLife Mapleton Agri Biotec Koppert #fertilizer #organicfertilizer #farming #organic #Rhizobia #Bacteria #urea #seedtreatment #fertigation #horticulture #microbial #GreenFarming #azospirillum #biofertilizante #healthysoil #ecofriendlyfarming #vermicompost #organicfertilizers #naturalfertilizer #organicagriculture 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀: 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗴 : https://lnkd.in/dTF2E32C 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: https://lnkd.in/dQDrUW-Y 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 : https://lnkd.in/dp6GYXJ7 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: https://lnkd.in/dZHQU83e

Title: Why inoculate early with mycorrhizal Inoculants. 🌱 This photograph illustrates the early stages of plant growth with visible interaction between the seedlings roots and mycorrhizae in the substrate. Mycorrhizae are beneficial fungi that form symbiotic relationships with plant roots, improving nutrient uptake and enhancing plant health, allowing for the uptake of unavailable nutrients that would otherwise be unavailable to the seedling in this most important state of the plants life. Key observations:💡Agrivested BioAg (Pty) Ltd. 1. Healthy Root Development: The roots appear healthier and well-developed, whiter and longer, suggesting good soil conditions and adequate water and nutrients. 2. Mycorrhizal Colonization: The whitish threads visible among the roots are likely indicative of mycorrhizal fungi. This symbiotic relationship helps plants absorb water and nutrients more efficiently, particularly phosphorus. 3. Soil Quality: The soil looks well-aerated and rich, providing a good environment for root and mycorrhizal growth. 4. Carbon Sequestration: Soil Health and Carbon Storage. Inoculated plants typically have healthier and more extensive root systems, which contribute to better soil structure and increased organic matter in the soil. This process effectively captures and stores atmospheric carbon dioxide in the soil, reducing the overall carbon footprint and contributing to climate change mitigation, perfect for farmers looking to conduct and engage in regenerative carbon projects, who doesn’t want an extra source of income? ✨ for more information about about Carbon project oppotunities with us Email us on info@agrivested.com or call me on Chad Miller +27824524347 5. A Simple Application for Long-Term Gains: Rootella L in the nursery is a game changer at 55,400 spores per ml, and being a liquid formulation makes it simple and easy to apply. Cost effective: 💵 And because it’s so highly concentrated, Rootella L Groundwork BioAg is the only product of its kind with a cost per cell/seedling ratio that actually works for the farmer.m and nursery. This combination of healthy roots & mycorrhizal colonization marks a promising start for the plant, offering benefits such as improved nutrient absorption, greater resistance to soil-borne diseases, and better overall growth and productivity and not to mention a smoother easier transplant, reducing plant shock allowing for a healthier more resilient seedling in the soil. Sustainable Farming Practices: Reduced Chemical Dependency: By using mycorrhizal inoculants, farmers can reduce their reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides. This not only cuts costs but also promotes a more sustainable and eco-friendly farming models. #nursery #commercialnursery #seedling #seedlings #fruitandvegetables #seeds #southafrica #agriculture #farming #farm #productionmanager #agronomist #agriculturist #horticulture #mycorrhizal #mycorrhizae #mycorrhizalinoculant #fungi #mycorrhizalfungi

Viagrow Agri Tech Power Evolution is a specially engineered soil and nutrient enhancement solution. It contains 22% Reacted Carbon Technology™ (RCT) and 4% potassium. Our RCT™ platform is derived from an organic substance (Leonardite). This technology is comprised of several patented scientific extractions and reactions. This proprietary process, developed in the USA, optimises the soil health benefits, nutrient uptake, and plant performance of our Viagrow products. While all our Viagrow products are powered by Reacted Carbon Technology™, Power Evolution contains the highest RCT™ content. This makes it ideal for your Southern African soils which typically contain lower levels of organic matter. Organic matter plays a crucial role in maintaining soil health and agricultural productivity as it: 1. Increases soil aggregate formation thereby increasing soil structure formation. 2. Increases water retention capacity, and water available to plants. 3. Increases aeration and gas exchange. 4. Increases Cation Exchange Capacity of the soil. 5. Increases buffer capacity of soil. 6. Increases soil’s capacity to absorb and bind substances that cause pollution. 7. Reduces fixation of applied phosphates. 8. Is a source of plant-available sulphur, phosphorus, and a primary source of nitrogen. 9. Increases microbial activity in the soil. Organic matter is a primary carbon source, providing energy and nutrients for soil micro-organisms. With sufficient organic matter in the soil, saprophytic micro-organisms increase, and pathogenic microorganisms are suppressed. 10. Breaks down to produce organic acid, assisting with translocating nutrients from the soil solution to plants. 11. Reduces soil erosion and wind damage. Preserving and promoting organic matter within your soil is possible when using Viagrow Power Evolution. Viagrow Power Evolution is suitable for all soil, foliar, and drench applications. Its universal formula optimises nutrition to improve quality and yield in most vegetable and cucurbit crops, field and row crops, deciduous fruit and nut trees, grapes, berries, olives, avocados, citrus, and many more. Power Evolution represents Southern Africa’s farming future, sustainably feeding your plants and the soil. Evolve with the added power of Viagrow and improve your stand today. For more information, follow our page or visit: www.viagrow.africa #viagrowpowerevolution #viagrowagritech #improveyourstand #RCT #feedingcrops #feedingsoil #feedingtheplanet #crophealth #planthealth #soilhealth #soilenhancement #wateruseefficiency #sustainability #sustainablesoil #nextgennutrientdelivery #nutrientuptake #futurefarming #microbialbiome

Why Palm Kernel Expeller (PKE) is the Smart Choice for Animal Feed and Biofuel If you're in the market for affordable and effective animal feed or biofuel, consider Palm Kernel Expeller (PKE). Here’s why PKE is a standout choice compared to soybean meal and copra meal: Affordable and Readily Available, PKE is typically cheaper than soybean meal. It’s a by-product of palm oil production, which means it’s widely available in regions with palm oil industries. This ensures a steady supply and keeps costs down. Nutritionally Balanced, PKE is great for animals, especially ruminants like cows, because it's high in fiber and energy. While soybean meal has more protein, the fiber in PKE aids digestion and provides sustained energy. Copra meal is useful, but PKE offers a more balanced mix of nutrients for these animals. Environmentally Friendly, Using PKE helps reduce waste from the palm oil industry, making it a more sustainable option. Even though palm oil production has environmental challenges, responsibly sourced PKE can help mitigate these issues. In comparison, soybean farming, especially in areas like the Amazon, also has significant environmental concerns. Versatile Use PKE isn’t just for animal feed. It’s also an excellent biofuel due to its high energy content. This makes PKE a valuable resource for both agricultural and energy sectors. The Key Advantages of PKE : Cost-Effective, Nutritionally Balanced, Sustainable and Versatile. So, PKE offers an attractive combination of affordability, nutritional benefits, and sustainability. It’s a smart choice for both animal feed and biofuel. Let’s connect to discuss how PKE can benefit your operations!

#Czech scientists turn chicken #feathers into liquid fertilizer---“We thought about how we could use the feathers to create something useful and it occurred to us to produce some sort of fertiliser. Amino acids can act as bio-stimulants on plants, which is a well-known fact that has already been tested before. However, it depends on what they are and what they are combined with.” Poultry feathers are largely made of protein known as keratin, the same fibrous protein that gives hair, hoofs and horns their toughness. Using hydrolysis, it is possible to split the protein into a mixture of free amino acids and peptides, which can then be used as raw material for plant growth.  Olga Šolcová|Photo: Stanislava Kyselová, Czech Academy of Sciences To transform the feathers into liquid, scientists are using an appliance that resembles a large pressure cooker, says Ms. Šolcová: Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dJHWeWyA #soil #fertilizer #agriculture #farm #plant #Seaweed #farmers #farming #biofertilizer #biostimulants #organic #planting #agrochemicals #crops #micronutrients #humic #Potash #phosphates #chemicals #Potassium #trade #produce #water #nutrients #exhibition #FSHOW #irrigation #AGTECH #environment #organic #manufacture #fertiliser