Brix Testing

Brix is named after 19th-century German mathematician and engineer Dr. Adolf Brix, who produced a mechanism for measuring sugar in beer. At its most basic, Brix testing is measuring the sugar in your plants. But really, it’s also measuring the efficiency of photosynthesis going on in your plants. If that process isn’t functioning optimally, your […]

Biostimulants and Drought Tolerance

Biostimulants are transforming agriculture by providing sustainable solutions to enhance plant health, productivity, and resilience to stress. Defined as any substance or microorganism applied to plants to boost nutrition efficiency, abiotic stress tolerance, and crop quality traits, biostimulants offer a range of benefits regardless of their nutrient content. Benefits of Biostimulants Common effects of biostimulants […]

Phosphorus Deficiencies in Soil

Understanding Phosphorus Deficiencies and Soil Dynamics Phosphorus (P) stands as a cornerstone of agricultural productivity, vital for the growth and vitality of both plants and animals. Constituting about 0.2 percent of a plant’s dry weight, phosphorus plays crucial roles in the synthesis of DNA, ATP production, and cell membrane integrity. Despite its criticality, phosphorus availability […]

Mitigating Phosphorus Deficiency Through Microbiology

Traditionally, farmers have used synthetic phosphorus fertilizers to address soil phosphorus deficiencies. However, a more sustainable and cost-effective method involves using natural biologics. This approach not only protects the environment but also promotes healthier soil and crop growth. Reducing synthetic phosphorus applications has several benefits: Environmental Protection: It minimizes water pollution from runoff, preventing issues […]