In the ever-evolving landscape of modern agriculture, the pursuit of sustainability has become increasingly pivotal. As the agricultural sector addresses the demand for alternative practices, innovative solutions are emerging to redefine the way we approach cultivation.
These include biofertilizers which are one of the most effective alternatives poised to shape the future of farming. Rovensa Next is well aware of their transformative potential and recognizes biofertilizers as a fundamental resource within its comprehensive portfolio of biosolutions. These products enable an integrated approach to crop management together with biostimulants, bionutrition, biocontrol, and adjuvants. Rovensa Next is the only biosolutions platform combining all these solutions, providing a holistic strategy in which biofertilizers can truly revolutionize agriculture.
This article explores biofertlizers role in shaping an eco-friendly future for farming, reducing environmental impact, and boosting sustainable agricultural productivity.
What is the role of biofertilizers?
Biofertilizers are natural alternatives to conventional chemical fertilizers. They harness the power of beneficial microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and algae to enhance soil fertility, improve nutrient uptake and enhance overall soil health. Unlike conventional fertilizers, which can degrade soil quality over time and contribute to environmental pollution, biofertilizers work in harmony with nature, fostering a balanced ecosystem while boosting agricultural productivity.
What is a biofertilizer with an example?
Main types of biofertilizers to nurture soil and promote crop growth. Each microorganism strain has distinct profiles and characteristics that can be tailored for formulation and screened to optimize product performance for specific agricultural needs.
For example, nitrogen-fixing bacteria, such as Bradyrhizobium, Azospirillum, and Azotobacter, play a crucial role in converting atmospheric nitrogen into a plant-usable form, reducing the need for conventional nitrogen fertilizers and minimizing their runoff into water bodies. Likewise, phosphate-solubilizing bacteria, such as Pseudomonas and Bacillus, help unlock phosphorus in the soil, making it more accessible to plants and thus improving phosphorus uptake efficiency.
How can biofertilizers redefine modern agriculture?
Excessive use of traditional fertilizers has taken a toll on the environment, leading to soil degradation, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. Biofertilizers emerge as a solution to address these environmental challenges, offering a sustainable path towards agricultural prosperity. By reducing the need for conventional fertilizers, these microbial allies enhance soil health and vitality, boosting grower productivity while supporting a balanced, resilient ecosystem in the long term.
Microorganisms as biofertilizers: a paradigm shift in agriculture
Traditional fertilization has focused on maximizing crop yields, but over the years, its environmental drawbacks have become increasingly evident. With biofertilizers representing a paradigm shift towards sustainable practices, Rovensa Next recognizes the vital role microorganisms play in enhancing Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE), improving soil health and vitality, and optimizing plant nutrition management. This shift not only boosts crop yields but also promotes biodiversity, reduces environmental pollution, and increases soil resilience, paving the way for a more sustainable future for agriculture.
Biofertilizers: Atmo, Azzofix, Phos’UP and Wiibio are leading the way
Rovensa Next’s biofertilizers play a pivotal role in agriculture.
Atmo is a liquid biofertilizer product for soybean seed inoculation based on Bradyrhizobium japonicum that promotes biological fixation of atmospheric nitrogen. It improves nitrogen availability, reducing the need for conventional nitrogen fertilizer applications, and minimizing environmental impact.
Azzofix, based on two different strains of Azospirillum brasiliense, is a liquid inoculant biofertilizer for corn that fixes nitrogen from air and promotes plant growth, improving overall plant nourishment.
Phós’Up is another innovative biofertilizer which harnesses Pseudomonas fluorescens to solubilize immobilized phosphorous in the soil, significantly increasing its availability to plants and improving its uptake and plant growth.
Wiibio is a soil-regenerating biofertilizer with biostimulant properties based on the specifically selected probiotic strain Bacillus subtilis F1, which acts on plant root systems to activate and reinforce key microbial and metabolic processes in the soil. Wiibio, combined with organic matter, rhizogenic substances, and calcium, naturally promotes plant growth, improving yield, quality, and profitability. It is suitable for use in most crops and has been designed for soil applications from early to mid-vegetative cycles as well as post-harvest in perennial crops.
Global presence, local know-how
Rovensa Next’s manufacturing facilities, strategically distributed within its global network of 14 production plants, exemplify the company’s dedication to sustainability, with Brazil leading the development and production of biofertilizers.
As a testament to its commitment to leading biotransformation, Rovensa Next has recently invested over US$ 1 million in a new Global Biosolutions Research and Innovation Center in Brazil. This center focuses on developing biosolutions that enhance nutrient and water use efficiency, improve crop quality, and promote soil health, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, our specialized plant in Brazil uses a unique microbial fermentation process, leveraging microorganisms to create ultra-efficient solutions.
Leading biotransformation: Rovensa Next’s impact on agriculture
Rovensa Next, the Rovensa Group’s biosolutions business unit, integrates local expertise, innovation, and a holistic approach to addressing the real sustainability challenges facing growers. With 27 R&D excellence centers and a presence in over 90 countries, Rovensa Next is a key player in the industry, providing growers with a complete portfolio of high-performance biosolutions. Rovensa Next’s diverse product portfolio encompasses bionutrition, biofertilizers, biostimulants as microbial extracts, humic acids, seaweeds, amino acids, and innovative solutions in the fields of biocontrol and adjuvants, exemplifying sustainability and effectiveness. The company’s commitment to environmental responsibility and continuous research positions it as a key player in shaping the future of agriculture. In a world that is moving towards sustainable practices, Rovensa Next is not just a business unit; it is a catalyst for change, contributing to a greener, more productive future for agriculture.
