Modern farming is at a crossroads with climate change driving declining soil health and demand for high-yielding crops on the increase. Conventional agrochemicals, although effective, often cannot ensure long-term sustainability. That’s where the biostimulants come in — nature’s partners in the business of bolstering crops, rejuvenating soil and boosting productivity in a sustainable manner.
At SAR Agro Industries Private Limited, we take pride in leading the biostimulants revolution, providing science-driven products, designed to meet the needs of today’s forward-thinking growers.
What Are Biostimulants?
Biostimulants are defined as substances or micro-organisms that when applied to the plants or rhizosphere (the root environment) are able to stimulate natural processes to enhance/benefit the nutrition of the crop and increase the efficiency of the plant and overall crop quality. As opposed to fertilizers, biostimulants do not provide nutrients but instead enhance the plants to uptake tham better and to have more resistance to environmental stresses like drought, pest, disease. Biostimulants strengthen and enhance plant health at the physiological level, fortifying crops from the inside out, and thus yield and quality are improved and sustainable agricultural practices are fostered.
How Do Biostimulants Work?
Biostimulants don’t work like conventional fertilizers or pesticides.” Rather, they work with the natural physiology of the plant. Here’s how:
- Stronger Plant Structure – Better able to support the weight of your yields, which can be substantial.
- Boosted photosynthesis – More chlorophyll means more energy CONVERTED potential energy for you.
- Stress Reduction – Assist plants in dealing with drought, salinity, heat and cold
- Increased Microbial Activity – Bothers soil biology and nutrient transfer
- Improved Crop Quality - Increased size, flavor, color, and shelf life of crops
Key Benefits of Biostimulants in Agriculture
- Enhanced Nutrient Uptake:
Biostimulants promote a plant’s ability to uptake nutrients, causing improved growth and higher yields.
- Enhanced Stress Tolerance:
They increase plants’ resistance to environmental stresses, such as drought, high salinity, and extreme temperatures resistance.
- Improved Rooting:
Healthy robust root growth is essential for nutrient and water uptake – thereby supporting overall plant growth.
- Soil Health Improvement:
A number of biostimulants enhance soil structure, microbial activity and water retention, all of which contribute to long-term soil health and fertility.
- Improved Quality and Yield of Crops:
Biostimulants enhance nutrient uptake, as well as help in plant’s stress management, which in turn increases yield and quality of the produce.
- Improved Plant Health and Growth Biostimulants increase yield and crop quality by enhancing the plant’s development, vigor, the incorporation of nutrients, and effective utilization of said nutrients.
Overview of SAR Agro’s Biostimulant Product Range
At SAR Agro, we have a scientifically approved series of highest standard Biostimulants that aim to enhance crop performance and soil life. Here’s a primer to our main product offerings:
- Biostimulants Containing Amino Acids: Both our 80% Amino Acid Powder and Liquid boost protein production, plant strength and increase stress defense.
- Fulvic Acid & Bio Fulvic Products: Our Fulvic Acid products, aid in greater nutrient uptake, root development and microbial activity in the soil promoting healthy plant growth.
- Humic and Fulvate Potassium: Our Humic Fulvate and Potassium Fulvate optimize soil structure, nutrient availability, and water holding properties while providing a foundation to soil condition for long-term health.
- Seaweed Extracts – Contains naturally occurring plant hormones that encourages blossom development and fruit sets, as well as increased tolerance to environmental stress.
- Silicon: Bio-stimulants that can provide better plant strength, pest resistance and water use, include products like Silicon Active and Sil Set.
These high potency biostimulants are specifically formulated to be used as part of a sustainable and efficient agriculture, helping farmers to achieve the best yield.
When and how to use biostimulants
– Biostimulants can be administered through:
- Foliage spray: for fast nutritional uptake.
- Soil drench – to promote root/microbial systems
- Fertigation – mixing with water-soluble fertilizers
- Seed coating for improved germination and early development
– Recommended times of application are:
- At transplant or in an early vegetative phase
- At the time of blooming and fruit set
- Prior to, or after exposure to, abiotic stresses (drought, salinity, etc.)
- Dosage and compatibility should be tested according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.
Trends in the Market and the Increasing Role of Biostimulants
The global biostimulant market value is projected to grow to $5.5 billion by 2025, supported by:
- The growth of organic and residue-free farming
- Government promotion of environmental agriculture
- Increasing demand for climate-resistant inputs
- Advancements of bio-based and natural products
The increasing awareness for sustainable agriculture and environmental-friendly farming practices are expected to propel the biostimulants market in India. With a developed agricultural industry and the trend in reduction of chemical input use, demand is growing for increased use of biostimulants in the Indian market.
Under this movement, SAR Agro believes in investing in R&D, farmer education and product development to be one step ahead to meet agricultural challenges and opportunities.
Effect of Biostimulants on Individual Crops
– Biostimulants: effect on growth and quality of crops. Here’s how they serve key crops:
- Tomatoes: Increases flowering and fruit set, and improves the quality of the fruit; enhances the plants tolerance to both high and low temperature and water stress.
- Grapes: Promotes root growth, nutrient uptake, and resistance to environmental stress.
- Rice: Enhance drought resistance, pest resistance, root vigor, increased yield.
- Wheat: Promotes tillering, root system and uptake of nutrients Stress tolerance.
- Sugarcane: Increases flower and root development and stress resistance and increases the sugar content.
- Citrus: This benefits root vitality, fruit quality + supports against salinity and temperature.
Conclusion
Biostimulants are changing the face of farming by providing sustainable, green solutions for better crop health, higher yields and increased soil productivity for the long term. As tools that can enhance nutrient uptake, stress resistance, and crop quality, biostimulants have become crucial actors in the portfolio of the modern farmer, struggling with the consequences of climate change and the demand for high-quality crops.
At SAR Agro Industries, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge biostimulant products, based on scientific needs, to meet the ever-growing demands of farmers. Investing in some of the most sophisticated research and development evaluative tools, we guarantee our products are among the most effective and sustainable available to customer and professional alike. As the future of farming unfolds, biostimulants will be a cornerstone of cultivating an agriculture that is productive and sustainable.
Come join us in the new age of sustainable agriculture and cultivate success with us.
