Tag: inoculants
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Seed Treatments for Germination & Disease Control
Seed treatments and dressings play a crucial role in protecting seeds from diseases, pests, and environmental stressors while promoting germination and healthy emergence of seedlings. They enhance seedling vigor and establish a strong start for the plant, which is essential for crop success. Here are common seed treatments and dressings used for disease control and […]
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Improving soil and plant health: the role of biology
Although it may appear to be revolutionary, the concept of using plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, or PGPR, has been with us for over 30 years. In the rhizosphere, the space immediately surrounding the roots of a plant, a complex series of interactions between the plant, microorganisms and the soil is in place. This unique environment supports […]
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Biostimulants: Biologicals – What are they?
As the world’s food demand grows, agricultural food production is also on the rise. This comes with the related challenges of poor yield, drought, pests and weeds that can negatively impact both productivity and the environment. While fertilizers and pesticides play a significant role in attempting to overcome some of these obstacles, agricultural biologicals can […]
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