North America Bio stimulants Market Size
Study Period | 2017 - 2029 | |
Market Size (2024) | USD 1.06 Billion | |
Market Size (2029) | USD 1.93 Billion | |
Largest Share by Form | Protein Hydrolysates | |
CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 12.75 % | |
Largest Share by Country | United States | |
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North America Bio stimulants Market Analysis
The North America Biostimulants Market size is estimated at 1.06 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 1.93 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 12.75% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
1.06 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
1.93 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
10.89 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
12.75 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest by Form
40.94 %
value share, Protein Hydrolysates, 2023
Protein hydrolysates hold the largest market share among biostimulants with 40.9% share in the year 2022. They improve crop performance even under abiotic stress conditions.
Fastest by Form
13.77 %
Projected CAGR, Humic Acid, 2024-2029
The application of humic acid in greenhouses & growth chambers improves the crop yield significantly. They help them in improving the uptake of nutrients and water
Largest by Crop Type
70.20 %
value share, Row Crops, 2023
The major row crops cultivated in the Region include rice, wheat, canola, barley, corn, and soybeans. Protein hydrolysates are the most consumed biostimulants by row crops
Largest by Country
50.02 %
value share, United States, 2023
United States has highly evolved agricultural sector and is adapting organic farming with increased consumption of biostimulants due to their ability to enhance crop growth.
Leading Market Player
1.15 %
market share, Actagro LLC, 2022
The company is involved in manufacturing different soil health and organic solutions that include different biostimulant products derived from natural resources.
- The North American biostimulants market is anticipated to grow over the coming years, driven by several key factors. With a value of USD 840.2 million and volume consumption of 88.2 thousand metric tons in 2022, protein hydrolysates are the most consumed biostimulant type in the region, accounting for a market share of 40.9%. These products are known to improve crop performance, even under abiotic stress conditions, by ensuring the synthesis of essential plant amino acids and nutrients.
- During the historical period (2017-2022), the market for protein hydrolysates saw an upward trend and is expected to register a CAGR of 12.7%. This is due to a growing need for increased crop productivity and quality of produce, which can be achieved through biostimulants.
- Humic acid is another biostimulant that has shown promising results in improving crop yield. The application of humic acid in greenhouses and growth chambers has been known to significantly improve crop yield, while foliar application at the rate of 20.0 ml/lit in pepper fields has recorded the highest chlorophyll content. Amino acids, such as L-proline, L-Glycine, L-Glutamic acid, and L-Methionine, are commonly used biostimulants in agriculture. These products can improve various plant processes, including germination, fruit set, pollination, and resistance, to environmental stresses.
- Biostimulants offer a promising solution for improving crop productivity and quality while reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. As the demand for organic and sustainable farming practices continues to rise, biostimulants are likely to play an increasingly important role in agriculture.
- The United States, with its highly evolved agricultural sector, has been adapting natural and organic ways of farming. The region is witnessing high consumption of biostimulants, with more farmers preferring to use them due to their ability to enhance crop performance.
- The market in the United States was valued at USD 416.8 million in 2022. The United States accounted for a maximum share of 49.6% of North America in biostimulant consumption, further aided by the increasing organic acreages.
- Canada is the second-largest market, with a share of 35.2% in 2022. The Canadian government's support for safe agriculture practices and the growing demand for organic food in the country are driving the market's growth.
- Organic food sales in the country reached a value of USD 8.10 billion in 2020, as per the data reported by the Organic Federation of Canada. It is reported that Canada is the 6th largest market in the world for organic products, with the supply of organic products failing to keep up with the demand in the country. These factors act as potential drivers for biostimulants in the country.
- Mexico is one of the emerging agricultural countries in North America. It accounted for around 13.3% of the overall agricultural biostimulants market in the region in 2022. There is an immense potential for biostimulants in the country due to its well-established organic farming. The organic area in Mexico is estimated to grow by 16.4% during the forecast period, which is expected to boost the demand for biostimulants.
- The biostimulant market in North America is poised for further growth, driven by the increasing adoption of sustainable agriculture practices and the growing demand for organic food in the region.
North America Biostimulants Market Trends
Organic produce demand grows in major countries like the United States, increasing cultivation area with government support
- The area under organic cultivation of crops in North America was recorded at 1.5 million hectares in 2021, according to the data provided by FibL statistics. The organic area in the region increased by 13.5% during the historical period (2017-2022). Among the North American countries, the United States is dominant, with 623.0 thousand hectares of agricultural land under organic farming, with California, Maine, and New York being the major states practicing agriculture.
- The United States is followed by Mexico, with 531.1 thousand hectares of area under organic farming in 2021. Mexico is among the top 20 organic food producers in the world. Mexico is the largest exporter of organic coffee in the world, according to the Global Coffee Masters data. The country has the largest area under organic coffee production and even in terms of the number of organic coffee producers.
- The major organic food-producing states in the country include Chiapas, Oaxaca, Michoacán, Chihuahua, and Guerrero, which account for 80.0% of the total organic area in the country. Organizations, such as National Association for Organic Agriculture, promote organic agriculture in the country, which is expected to motivate more farmers to take up organic agriculture. The Mexican government, in addition to financial assistance, is supporting research and development activities to help organic agriculture.
- Canada's area under organic crop cultivation increased from 4.0 lakh hectares in 2017 to 4.5 lakh hectares in 2021. Row crops occupied the maximum area with 4.2 lakh hectares in 2021. The Canadian government announced a sum of USD 297,330 in 2021 as Organic Development Fund to support organic farmers. These initiatives are expected to increase the organic area in the region.
Growing demand for organic produce in domestic and international markets, rise in per capita spending on organic food
- The average per capita spending on organic food products in North America was recorded as USD 109.7 in 2021. The per capita spending in the United States is the highest among the North American countries, with average spending of USD 186.7 in 2021. According to the Organic Tarde Association, the sales of organic products in the United States crossed USD 63.00 billion in 2021, with a 2.0% increase over the previous year, with organic food sales standing at USD 57.5 billion in 2021. Organic fruits and vegetables accounted for 15.0% of the total organic product sales, with a value of USD 21.0 billion in 2021.
- Organic food sales in Canada reached a value of USD 8.10 billion in 2020, as per the data reported by the Organic Federation of Canada. It is reported that Canada is the 6th largest market in the world for organic products, with the supply of organic products failing to keep up with the demand in the country. The average spending on organic food per person was USD 142.6 in 2021. Increasing government support to retailers is expected to increase the availability, accessibility, and affordability of organic products in the country. Organic Tarde Association estimated that the Canadian organic products market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.3% between 2021 and 2026.
- In 2021, Mexico registered a market size of USD 63.0 million for organic products with a global rank of 35, and it is estimated to register a CAGR of 7.2% between 2021 and 2026. However, the per capita spending on organic products in the country is less compared to other countries in the region, with a value of USD 0.49 in 2021. More players entering the market in Mexico are expected to increase the demand for organic products in the country.
North America Bio stimulants Industry Overview
The North America Biostimulants Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 2.88%. The major players in this market are Actagro LLC, Agrinos, Hello Nature USA Inc., Humic Growth Solutions Inc. and Valagro USA (sorted alphabetically).
North America Bio stimulants Market Leaders
Actagro LLC
Agrinos
Hello Nature USA Inc.
Humic Growth Solutions Inc.
Valagro USA
Other important companies include Agriculture Solutions Inc., Agrocare Canada Inc., Koppert Biological Systems Inc., Plant Response Biotech Inc., Sigma Agriscience LLC.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
North America Bio stimulants Market News
- February 2022: Plant Response was acquired by The Mosaic Company, which is a global fertilizer manufacturer. This acquisition strengthened the company's global presence. Through the acquisition, the company develops new products and solutions for the customers in a sustainable way.
- May 2021: Plant Response Inc. announced its acquisition of WISErg, which is a startup that upcycles nutrients from recovered food for use in fertilizer and nutrient-efficient products that enhance plant and soil health.
- January 2020: Plant Response Inc. acquired Pathway BioLogic, an applied microbial science company, to expand its portfolio of biological products offered to the agricultural industry. The acquisition has allowed the company to create value for channel partners and farmers in multiple categories, including intrinsic yield improvement, abiotic stress tolerance, increased nutrient use efficiency, and enhanced plant innate immunity.
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North America Bio stimulants Market Report - Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
2. REPORT OFFERS
3. INTRODUCTION
- 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
- 3.2 Scope of the Study
- 3.3 Research Methodology
4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
- 4.1 Area Under Organic Cultivation
- 4.2 Per Capita Spending On Organic Products
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4.3 Regulatory Framework
- 4.3.1 Canada
- 4.3.2 Mexico
- 4.3.3 United States
- 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
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5.1 Form
- 5.1.1 Amino Acids
- 5.1.2 Fulvic Acid
- 5.1.3 Humic Acid
- 5.1.4 Protein Hydrolysates
- 5.1.5 Seaweed Extracts
- 5.1.6 Other Biostimulants
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5.2 Crop Type
- 5.2.1 Cash Crops
- 5.2.2 Horticultural Crops
- 5.2.3 Row Crops
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5.3 Country
- 5.3.1 Canada
- 5.3.2 Mexico
- 5.3.3 United States
- 5.3.4 Rest of North America
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
- 6.3 Company Landscape
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6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).
- 6.4.1 Actagro LLC
- 6.4.2 Agriculture Solutions Inc.
- 6.4.3 Agrinos
- 6.4.4 Agrocare Canada Inc.
- 6.4.5 Hello Nature USA Inc.
- 6.4.6 Humic Growth Solutions Inc.
- 6.4.7 Koppert Biological Systems Inc.
- 6.4.8 Plant Response Biotech Inc.
- 6.4.9 Sigma Agriscience LLC
- 6.4.10 Valagro USA
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGICALS CEOS
8. APPENDIX
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8.1 Global Overview
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
- 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
- 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
- 8.2 Sources & References
- 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
- 8.4 Primary Insights
- 8.5 Data Pack
- 8.6 Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, AREA UNDER ORGANIC CULTIVATION, HECTARES, 2017 - 2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, PER CAPITA SPENDING ON ORGANIC PRODUCTS, USD, 2017 - 2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VOLUME SHARE(%), BY FORM, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY FORM, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY CROP TYPE, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY CROP TYPE, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY CROP TYPE, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY CROP TYPE, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY FORM, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY CROP TYPE, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY CROP TYPE, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY CROP TYPE, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY FORM, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY CROP TYPE, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY CROP TYPE, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY FORM, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY CROP TYPE, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY FORM, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, VOLUME, METRIC TON, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, VALUE SHARE(%), BY FORM, 2022 - 2029
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, 2017-2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET, MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, 2017-2022
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- NORTH AMERICA BIOSTIMULANTS MARKET SHARE(%), BY MAJOR PLAYERS, 2023
North America Biostimulants Industry Segmentation
Amino Acids, Fulvic Acid, Humic Acid, Protein Hydrolysates, Seaweed Extracts are covered as segments by Form. Cash Crops, Horticultural Crops, Row Crops are covered as segments by Crop Type. Canada, Mexico, United States are covered as segments by Country.
- The North American biostimulants market is anticipated to grow over the coming years, driven by several key factors. With a value of USD 840.2 million and volume consumption of 88.2 thousand metric tons in 2022, protein hydrolysates are the most consumed biostimulant type in the region, accounting for a market share of 40.9%. These products are known to improve crop performance, even under abiotic stress conditions, by ensuring the synthesis of essential plant amino acids and nutrients.
- During the historical period (2017-2022), the market for protein hydrolysates saw an upward trend and is expected to register a CAGR of 12.7%. This is due to a growing need for increased crop productivity and quality of produce, which can be achieved through biostimulants.
- Humic acid is another biostimulant that has shown promising results in improving crop yield. The application of humic acid in greenhouses and growth chambers has been known to significantly improve crop yield, while foliar application at the rate of 20.0 ml/lit in pepper fields has recorded the highest chlorophyll content. Amino acids, such as L-proline, L-Glycine, L-Glutamic acid, and L-Methionine, are commonly used biostimulants in agriculture. These products can improve various plant processes, including germination, fruit set, pollination, and resistance, to environmental stresses.
- Biostimulants offer a promising solution for improving crop productivity and quality while reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. As the demand for organic and sustainable farming practices continues to rise, biostimulants are likely to play an increasingly important role in agriculture.
Form | Amino Acids |
Fulvic Acid | |
Humic Acid | |
Protein Hydrolysates | |
Seaweed Extracts | |
Other Biostimulants | |
Crop Type | Cash Crops |
Horticultural Crops | |
Row Crops | |
Country | Canada |
Mexico | |
United States | |
Rest of North America |
Market Definition
- AVERAGE DOSAGE RATE - The average application rate is the average volume of biostimulants applied per hectare of farmland in the respective region/country.
- CROP TYPE - Crop type includes Row crops (Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds), Horticultural Crops (Fruits and vegetables) and Cash Crops (Plantation Crops, Fibre Crops and Other Industrial Crops)
- FUNCTION - The Crop Protection function of agirucultural biological include products that prevent or control various biotic and abiotic stress.
- TYPE - Biostimulants boost crop growth and yield by preventing or controlling various abiotic stresses.
Keyword | Definition |
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Cash Crops | Cash crops are non-consumable crops sold as a whole or part of the crop to manufacture end-products to make a profit. |
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) | IPM is an environment-friendly and sustainable approach to control pests in various crops. It involves a combination of methods, including biological controls, cultural practices, and selective use of pesticides. |
Bacterial biocontrol agents | Bacteria used to control pests and diseases in crops. They work by producing toxins harmful to the target pests or competing with them for nutrients and space in the growing environment. Some examples of commonly used bacterial biocontrol agents include Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), Pseudomonas fluorescens, and Streptomyces spp. |
Plant Protection Product (PPP) | A plant protection product is a formulation applied to crops to protect from pests, such as weeds, diseases, or insects. They contain one or more active substances with other co-formulants such as solvents, carriers, inert material, wetting agents or adjuvants formulated to give optimum product efficacy. |
Pathogen | A pathogen is an organism causing disease to its host, with the severity of the disease symptoms. |
Parasitoids | Parasitoids are insects that lay their eggs on or within the host insect, with their larvae feeding on the host insect. In agriculture, parasitoids can be used as a form of biological pest control, as they help to control pest damage to crops and decrease the need for chemical pesticides. |
Entomopathogenic Nematodes (EPN) | Entomopathogenic nematodes are parasitic roundworms that infect and kill pests by releasing bacteria from their gut. Entomopathogenic nematodes are a form of biocontrol agents used in agriculture. |
Vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhiza (VAM) | VAM fungi are mycorrhizal species of fungus. They live in the roots of different higher-order plants. They develop a symbiotic relationship with the plants in the roots of these plants. |
Fungal biocontrol agents | Fungal biocontrol agents are the beneficial fungi that control plant pests and diseases. They are an alternative to chemical pesticides. They infect and kill the pests or compete with pathogenic fungi for nutrients and space. |
Biofertilizers | Biofertilizers contain beneficial microorganisms that enhance soil fertility and promote plant growth. |
Biopesticides | Biopesticides are natural/bio-based compounds used to manage agricultural pests using specific biological effects. |
Predators | Predators in agriculture are the organisms that feed on pests and help control pest damage to the crops. Some common predator species used in agriculture include ladybugs, lacewings, and predatory mites. |
Biocontrol agents | Biocontrol agents are living organisms used to control pests and diseases in agriculture. They are alternatives to chemical pesticides and are known for their lesser impact on the environment and human health. |
Organic Fertilizers | Organic fertilizer is composed of animal or vegetable matter used alone or in combination with one or more non-synthetically derived elements or compounds used for soil fertility and plant growth. |
Protein hydrolysates (PHs) | Protein hydrolysate-based biostimulants contain free amino acids, oligopeptides, and polypeptides produced by enzymatic or chemical hydrolysis of proteins, primarily from vegetal or animal sources. |
Biostimulants/Plant Growth Regulators (PGR) | Biostimulants/Plant Growth Regulators (PGR) are substances derived from natural resources to enhance plant growth and health by stimulating plant processes (metabolism). |
Soil Amendments | Soil Amendments are substances applied to soil that improve soil health, such as soil fertility and soil structure. |
Seaweed Extract | Seaweed extracts are rich in micro and macronutrients, proteins, polysaccharides, polyphenols, phytohormones, and osmolytes. These substances boost seed germination and crop establishment, total plant growth and productivity. |
Compounds related to biocontrol and/or promoting growth (CRBPG) | Compounds related to biocontrol or promoting growth (CRBPG) are the ability of a bacteria to produce compounds for phytopathogen biocontrol and plant growth promotion. |
Symbiotic Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria | Symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria such as Rhizobium obtain food and shelter from the host, and in return, they help by providing fixed nitrogen to the plants. |
Nitrogen Fixation | Nitrogen fixation is a chemical process in soil which converts molecular nitrogen into ammonia or related nitrogenous compounds. |
ARS (Agricultural Research Service) | ARS is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief scientific in-house research agency. It aims to find solutions to agricultural problems faced by the farmers in the country. |
Phytosanitary Regulations | Phytosanitary regulations imposed by the respective government bodies check or prohibit the importation and marketing of certain insects, plant species, or products of these plants to prevent the introduction or spread of new plant pests or pathogens. |
Ectomycorrhizae (ECM) | Ectomycorrhiza (ECM) is a symbiotic interaction of fungi with the feeder roots of higher plants in which both the plant and the fungi benefit through the association for survival. |
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