From Lab to Field: Biofertilizers in the 21st Century

Ibáñez, Ana; Garrido-Chamorro, Sonia; Vasco-Cárdenas, María; Barreiro, Carlos

doi:10.3390/horticulturae9121306

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“…These advantages also include increased resilience of microorganisms to external pressures, such as chemicals and weather changes. Biostimulants in encapsulation stimulate the plant's root system to enhance nutrient absorption, while reducing the use of chemical fertilizers supports sustainable agriculture [6]. With ease of application, this method provides an innovative solution to enhance the performance of biofertilizers in supporting modern and sustainable agriculture.…”

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A review: Revealing the important of bio stimulant coated microbeads biofertilizers for improving the effectiveness of inoculant for enhancing the agronomic traits and productivity of crops

Elisabeth Mora,

Tualar Simarmata,

Nadia N.Kamaluddin

2024

Int. J. Front. Life Sci. Res.

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The utilization of biofertilizers and inoculants has emerged as a promising strategy in modern agriculture to bolster crop productivity sustainably. However, maximizing the effectiveness of these microbial agents remains a challenge. To address this, biostimulant-coated microbeads biofertilizers have been introduced, aiming to enhance the interaction between microorganisms and plants. These innovative formulations combine biofertilizers with biostimulants, substances that stimulate biological activity in the soil and enhance plant nutrient absorption. Biostimulant-coated microbeads are designed to improve agronomic traits such as root growth, disease resistance, and stress tolerance, ultimately leading to increased crop yields. Various studies have demonstrated the efficacy of biostimulant-coated microbeads in enhancing nutrient uptake, promoting plant growth, and reducing the reliance on chemical fertilizers. However, several challenges persist in their implementation, including ensuring efficacy and consistency, navigating regulatory frameworks, achieving cost-effectiveness, and promoting awareness among farmers. Addressing these challenges through research, innovation, and education is crucial for the successful integration and widespread adoption of biostimulant-coated microbeads in sustainable agriculture.

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A review: Revealing the important of bio stimulant coated microbeads biofertilizers for improving the effectiveness of inoculant for enhancing the agronomic traits and productivity of crops

Elisabeth Mora,

Tualar Simarmata,

Nadia N.Kamaluddin

2024

Int. J. Front. Life Sci. Res.

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“…In the concept of sustainable agriculture, biofertilizers containing beneficial microorganisms also play an important role, helping to increase the resistance of plants and the rhizosphere to biotic and abiotic stresses. Ibáñez et al [11], in a comprehensive review, underlined that a better-defined legal framework is necessary, both in the fields of biopesticides and biofertilizers, similar to those introduced in some countries, such as the USA.…”

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The Biocontrol of Plant Pathogenic Fungi by Selected Lactic Acid Bacteria: From Laboratory to Field Study

Gwiazdowski,

Kubiak,

Juś

et al. 2023

Agriculture

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Plant diseases caused by pathogenic fungi generate large losses in crops and pose a threat to human and animal health. Since the European Green Deal put a strong emphasis on the need to reduce the use of chemical plant protection, interest in biological control has been growing. The present study aimed to investigate the efficacy of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) isolated from silages in the control of pathogenic fungi through in vitro, mini-plot, and field experiments. The tested LAB showed antifungal activity in vitro towards strains from the Fusarium, Alternaria, Rhizoctonia, Colletotrichum, and Sclerotinia genera; however, only five strains reached an activity ≥ 400 AU/mL towards all pathogenic fungi. The selected strains demonstrated high efficacy in reducing disease symptoms in plants in the mini-plot and field experiments. In the mini-plot experiment, stem smut of rye and wheat common bunt were reduced in the range 34.5–94.7% and 24.8–99.6%, respectively. In the field experiments, the efficacy of LAB in the control of rye and wheat disease differed and reached over 90% in some trials. The effectiveness of LAB in the control of seedling blight did not exceed 70%. A significant increase in yield (from 42.86 to 195.65%) was observed mainly in wheat cultivation. The increase in rye yield was observed only in chosen trials. No phytotoxicity was observed. The results indicate the potential possibilities of using LAB as a biocontrol agent.

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Formulation challenges associated with microbial biofertilizers in sustainable agriculture and paths forward

Fadiji,

Xiong,

Egidi

et al. 2024

J of Sust Agri & Env

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Sustainable increase in agriculture productivity is confronted by over‐reliance and over‐use of synthetic chemical fertilizers. With a market projection of $5.02 billion by 2030, biofertilizers are gaining momentum as a supplement and, in some cases, as an alternative to chemical fertilizers. Biofertilizers can improve the nutritional supply to the plant and simultaneously can improve soil health, reduce greenhouse emissions, and hence directly contribute towards environmental sustainability. Plant growth‐promoting microbes (PGPMs) are particularly receiving significant attention as biofertilizers. They are widely known for their ability to improve plant growth via increasing nutrient availability and use efficiency. However, except for a few successful cases, the commercialization of PGPM‐based inoculants is still limited, mainly due to lack of field efficacy and consistency. Lack of effective formulation technologies that keep microbial inoculants viable during storage, transport and field application is considered one of the key factors that drive inconsistent efficacy of microbial biofertilizers. In this review, we identify current challenges associated with the application and formulation of microbial inoculants. We propose future paths, including advancement in formulation technologies that are potentially efficient, eco‐friendly and cost‐effective. We argue that to enhance the global adoption of biofertilizers, new innovations based on transdisciplinary approaches are indispensable. The emerging framework should encompass a robust quality control system at all stages. Additionally, the active partnership between the academic and industry stakeholders will pave the way for enhanced global adoption of microbial fertilizers.

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From Lab to Field: Biofertilizers in the 21st Century

Cited by 17 publications

References 185 publications

A review: Revealing the important of bio stimulant coated microbeads biofertilizers for improving the effectiveness of inoculant for enhancing the agronomic traits and productivity of crops

A review: Revealing the important of bio stimulant coated microbeads biofertilizers for improving the effectiveness of inoculant for enhancing the agronomic traits and productivity of crops

The Biocontrol of Plant Pathogenic Fungi by Selected Lactic Acid Bacteria: From Laboratory to Field Study

Formulation challenges associated with microbial biofertilizers in sustainable agriculture and paths forward

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