{"id":4350,"date":"2025-02-17T17:04:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T17:04:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/what-are-agricultural-biostimulants\/"},"modified":"2025-02-17T17:05:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T17:05:14","slug":"what-are-agricultural-biostimulants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/what-are-agricultural-biostimulants\/","title":{"rendered":"What are Agricultural Biostimulants?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"message-box relative dark\" style=\"padding-top:50px;padding-bottom:50px;\"><div class=\"message-box-bg-image bg-fill fill\"><\/div><div class=\"message-box-bg-overlay bg-fill fill\" style=\"background-color:#4eb16d;\"><\/div><div class=\"container relative\"><div class=\"inner last-reset\">\n\n<div class=\"row align-middle align-center\" id=\"row-1233798042\">\n\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1187590816\" class=\"col medium-9 small-12 large-9\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner text-left\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t<div id=\"text-139780355\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 120%;\"><strong>What are Agricultural Biostimulants?<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-139780355 {\n  text-align: center;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-139780355 {\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row\" id=\"row-1525363688\">\n\n\n\t<div id=\"col-706078810\" class=\"col medium-6 small-12 large-6\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<p> <\/p>\n  \r\n<style>\r\n  .wpj-jtoc.--jtoc-theme-original.--jtoc-has-custom-styles {\r\n      --jtoc-toc-border-color: #000000;\n--jtoc-background-color: #4eb16d;\n--jtoc-toc-box-shadow: 0 0 16px #262626;\n--jtoc-title-color: #000000;\n--jtoc-title-font-size: 15px;\n--jtoc-title-label-font-weight: 700;\n--jtoc-body-background-color: rgba(78,177,109,0.79);\n--jtoc-headings-background-color-hover: #ffffff;\n--jtoc-link-font-size: 11px;\n--jtoc-link-font-weight: 500;\n--jtoc-link-color: #ffffff;\n--jtoc-link-color-hover: #000000;\n--jtoc-link-background-color-hover: #ffffff;\n--jtoc-link-background-color-active: #ffffff; 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Bio- means &ldquo;life&rdquo; and stimulant means &ldquo;that causes stimulation&rdquo;. Thus, an agricultural biostimulant is a product that &ldquo;stimulates life&rdquo; (of plants).  <\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"advantages-of-biostimulants-for-agricultural-crops\" class=\"joli-heading jtoc-heading\"><span style=\"font-size: 140%;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #50b848;\">Advantages of Biostimulants For Agricultural Crops<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Agricultural biostimulants<\/strong> offer multiple benefits that can improve plant health, increase crop yields and contribute to the sustainability of agricultural practices. The following are the main advantages of using biostimulants in agriculture. <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\">Improved Nutrient Absorption<\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Facilitate absorption: Biostimulants, such as humic and fulvic acids, improve the ability of roots to absorb nutrients from the soil.<br>&#9679; Nutrient solubilization: Some beneficial microorganisms present in biostimulants can solubilize essential nutrients that are locked up in the soil, such as phosphorus, making them more accessible to plants.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\">Fertilizer Use Efficiency<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Reduced reliance on chemical fertilizers: By improving the efficiency of nutrient uptake, the amount of chemical fertilizers needed can be reduced.<br>&#9679; Better utilization: Applied nutrients are utilized more effectively, minimizing leaching and volatilization losses.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section_1\" class=\"joli-heading jtoc-heading\"> <\/h2>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\">Increased Stress Tolerance<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\">Resistance to Abiotic Stress<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Drought tolerance: Biostimulants help plants better manage water stress, increasing water use efficiency and reducing the need for frequent irrigation.<br>&#9679; Tolerance to temperature extremes: Plants treated with some<br>biostimulants, such as amino acids, can better withstand both extreme heat and cold. <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%; color: #000000;\"><strong>Protection against Oxidative Stress<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Antioxidant production: Biostimulants can induce the production of antioxidant compounds that protect plants against cell damage caused by oxidative stress.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section_2\" class=\"joli-heading jtoc-heading\"> <\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 140%;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #50b848;\">Growth Stimulation<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\">Root development<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Root growth: Biostimulants, such as algae extracts and\/or<br>amino acids, promote more extensive and deeper root development, improving the plants&rsquo; ability to absorb water and nutrients.<br>&#9679; Stronger roots: Greater root mass provides a stronger foundation for plant growth.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\">Vegetative Development<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Stem and leaf growth: Bioactive compounds, like natural plant hormones, stimulate stem and leaf growth, resulting in more vigorous plants.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><strong>Soil Quality Improvement<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\">Soil Structure<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Soil aggregation: Humic and fulvic acids, and C sources in general, improve soil structure, promoting the formation of aggregates that improve aeration and water retention.<\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Reduced compaction: Better structured soil is less prone to compaction, which facilitates root growth.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\">Soil Health<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Boosting microbial activity: Biostimulants increase beneficial microbial activity in the soil, which can improve the overall health of the soil and its ability to support plant growth.<\/p>\n<p>&#9679; Increased biodiversity: They promote a greater diversity of soil microorganisms, which contributes to a healthier and more balanced soil ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>Increasing Crop Yields and Crop Quality<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Yield increase<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biostimulant-treated crops usually show an increase in yield, both in quantity and quality.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Visual appearance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improves the color and uniformity of agricultural products, which is important for the market.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nutritional content<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increases the content of essential nutrients in fruits and vegetables, improving their nutritional value.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fruit quality<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruit quality: characteristics such as fruit size, flavor and nutritional value can be improved.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"section_3\" class=\"joli-heading jtoc-heading\"> <\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>Agricultural Sustainability<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%; color: #000000;\"><b>Environmental Impact Reduction<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduced use of chemical inputs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By reducing the need for fertilizers and chemicals, biostimulants contribute to a more sustainable and less polluting agriculture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improving ecosystem health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote agricultural practices that are more environmentally friendly, conserving biodiversity and natural resources.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%; color: #000000;\"><b>Increased Profitability<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lower operating costs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved nutrient use efficiency and reduced need for chemical inputs can lower operating costs for farmers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased product value<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved crop quality can increase the market value of agricultural products.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"types-of-agricultural-biostimulants\" class=\"joli-heading jtoc-heading\"><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>Types of Agricultural Biostimulants<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agricultural biostimulants are products designed to improve plant growth and health by promoting natural processes. There are several types of biostimulants, each with specific mechanisms of action and benefits. The main types of agricultural biostimulants are described below.  <\/span><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 130%;\"><b>1. Algae Extracts<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seaweed extracts are obtained from marine algae and contain a variety of bioactive compounds, such as plant hormones, minerals, amino acids and vitamins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Growth stimulation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote the growth of roots, stems and leaves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved stress resistance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Increase plant tolerance to adverse conditions such as drought and temperature extremes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased nutrient uptake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve the efficiency of nutrient absorption from the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 130%;\"><b>2. Humic and Fulvic Acids<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These acids are natural components of the organic matter in the soil, derived from the decomposition of plant and animal remains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improvement of soil structure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They increase the water retention and aeration capacity of the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stimulation of microbial activity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote the activity of beneficial microorganisms in the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Facilitation of nutrient uptake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They help plants absorb essential nutrients such as phosphorus and potassium.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3> <\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 130%;\"><b>3. Amino Acids and Peptides<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amino acids and peptides are essential components of proteins and can be applied to plants to improve their metabolism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Growth Enhancement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stimulate root and leaf growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased resistance to stress<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They help plants to better handle abiotic stresses such as drought and temperature extremes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protein and enzyme synthesis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They facilitate the production of proteins and enzymes essential for plant development.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 130%;\"><b>4. Beneficial Microorganisms<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3> <\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They include bacteria and fungi that interact positively with plants and soil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Types:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mycorrhizal Fungi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mycorrhizae: They form symbiotic associations of mutualism with plant roots. That is, <a href=\"https:\/\/bioera.es\/que-son-las-micorrizas\/\">mycorrhizae<\/a>.   <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phosphorus Solubilizing Bacteria<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with the ability to convert inorganic phosphorus into soluble forms, such as some species of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bacillus species<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: fix atmospheric nitrogen in the soil. This is the case of some species of   <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bacillus<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Endophytic fungi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">establish symbiotic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Simbiosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">symbiotic relationships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inhabiting inside them without causing apparent symptoms as is the case of the fungus <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pochonia<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved soil fertility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They increase the availability of nutrients in the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stimulation of root growth<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes the development of a robust root system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protection against pathogens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some microorganisms can protect plants from soil diseases.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 130%;\"><b>5. Plant Extracts<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3> <\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These extracts are obtained from various plants and contain bioactive compounds that can stimulate plant growth and health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Growth stimulation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote the development of roots, stems and leaves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased disease resistance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can improve plant resistance to pathogens.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 130%;\"><b>6. Plant Hormones<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3> <\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plant hormones, or phytohormones, are natural compounds that regulate plant growth and development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Types:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Auxins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote the growth of roots and shoots.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cytokinins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stimulate cell division and shoot growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gibberellins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Promote stem growth and seed germination.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Abscisic Acid (ABA)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulates stress response and seed dormancy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Growth regulation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They help to control plant growth and development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved resistance to stress<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can increase the tolerance of plants to adverse conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Germination stimulation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facilitate seed germination and seedling establishment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"methods-of-application-of-agricultural-biostimulants\" class=\"joli-heading jtoc-heading\"><span style=\"font-size: 140%; color: #50b848;\"><b>Methods of Application of Agricultural Biostimulants<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agricultural biostimulants can be applied in a variety of ways, depending on the type of crop, the purpose of the application and the specific field conditions. The following describes the most common methods of biostimulant application and how they are used to maximize their benefits. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 140%; color: #50b848;\"><b>Foliar Application<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foliar application consists of spraying biostimulants directly on plant leaves. This method allows a rapid absorption of nutrients and bioactive compounds through the stomata and cuticle of the leaves. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rapid and direct absorption<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plants can absorb biostimulants quickly, which is useful for a rapid response to stress or to improve growth at critical stages.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Efficiency in the use of products<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower quantity of biostimulants may be necessary compared to other methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Application:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sprayers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Use spraying equipment to uniformly apply biostimulants on leaves, preferably in the cool hours of the day (morning or evening) to avoid rapid evaporation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Frequency<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the product and the need, the application can be repeated every few days or weeks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>2. Application to Soil<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method involves applying biostimulants directly to the soil to improve soil health and nutrient availability to plant roots.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improvement of soil structure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increases the water and nutrient retention capacity of the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Promotion of microbial activity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes greater biodiversity and beneficial microbial activity in the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Application:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Irrigation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix biostimulants with irrigation water and apply uniformly to the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Soil incorporation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix biostimulants with the soil before sowing or transplanting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Granules<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply biostimulant granules on the soil surface and irrigate to facilitate their penetration.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>3. Seed Inoculation<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3> <\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seed treatment with biostimulants prior to planting ensures that seedlings receive the benefits of biostimulants from the beginning of their development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better germination and establishment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes early and vigorous root development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased disease and stress resistance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seedlings can develop better resistance to soil pathogens and adverse conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Application:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Immersion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soaking the seeds in a biostimulant solution for a specific period before sowing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply a layer of powder or liquid biostimulants on the seeds before planting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pelleting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Include biostimulants in the seed coating material.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>4. Fertigation<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3> <\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertigation combines the application of fertilizers and biostimulants with the irrigation system, which allows a uniform and efficient distribution of the products.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uniform distribution<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensures that all plants receive the same amount of biostimulants.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water use efficiency<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Take advantage of irrigation to distribute biostimulants, saving time and resources.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Application:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drip irrigation systems<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrating biostimulants into the irrigation water for precise and controlled application.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sprinkler irrigation systems<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use water-soluble biostimulants for sprinkler application.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>5. Transplant Application<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying biostimulants during seedling transplanting ensures that young roots receive an initial boost for better establishment in the field.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduction of transplanting &ldquo;stress<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps plants to better adapt to the new environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rapid root development<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes a robust root system from the beginning.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Application:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Root immersion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Root immersion: Immerse seedling roots in a biostimulant solution before transplanting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Application in the planting hole<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application in the hole where the seedlings or seedlings will be transplanted.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #50b848; font-size: 140%;\"><b>6. Application in Compost or Fertilizer<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Description:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrate biostimulants in the compost or manure before application to the soil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improvement of compost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increases microbial activity and compost quality.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Soil enrichment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It provides nutrients and bioactive compounds that benefit plants.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 115%;\"><b>Application:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mixing with compost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporate the biostimulants into the compost before application to the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Direct application to the soil<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spread the compost enriched with biostimulants on the field.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agricultural biostimulants can be applied in a variety of ways, depending on the type of crop, the purpose of the application and the specific field conditions. From foliar application to seed inoculation and fertigation. Each method offers unique benefits to improve plant health and performance. By understanding and properly utilizing these methods, growers can maximize the benefits of biostimulants and contribute to a more sustainable and productive agriculture.   <\/span><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4350","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4350","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4350"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4350\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4355,"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4350\/revisions\/4355"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bioera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4350"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}