Bioelements microbial product for nematode control in root crops
Bioelements offers an adapted microbial-based product targeting free-living nematodes in carrots and potato cyst nematodes in potatoes. Leveraging expertise in soil health and microbiome, this solution aims to provide sustainable nematode management for root crop growers seeking alternatives to conventional chemical treatments.
Overview
Bioelements Limited has developed a microbial-based product specifically adapted to target nematodes in root crops, including free-living nematodes (FLN) in carrots and potato cyst nematodes (PCN) in potatoes. The product builds on Bioelements' existing soil recovery technology, reformulated to address the specific challenges nematodes pose to root crop production. The solution is designed for growers seeking sustainable, biological alternatives to traditional chemical nematicides, aligning with increasing regulatory pressures and growing demand for environmentally friendly agricultural inputs.
Technical specifications
- Microbial formulation adapted from Bioelements' established soil recovery product to target nematode populations in root crops
- Utilises antagonistic microorganisms and synergistic bacterial and fungal combinations to create competitive soil environments
- Designed for application at one or two key timings during the growing season
- Targets both FLN in carrots and PCN in potatoes
- Developed by Dr Tatiana Kondratyeva, Head of R&D and Product Development, drawing on over 20 years of experience in soil activity, fertility, and ecology
- Compatible with both pot-based and bedded growing systems under glasshouse conditions
Technology readiness level
The product has undergone preliminary testing and requires further verification through controlled glasshouse trials. A planned study running from February 2021 over approximately six months will evaluate the product's effect on nematode numbers, crop biomass, and yield outcomes from drilling through to harvest for both carrots and potatoes. The trial will replicate field-like temperature and lighting conditions to ensure relevance to commercial growing environments.
About Bioelements Limited
Bioelements Limited is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing and manufacturing microbial-based products for organic and conventional farming. The company creates innovative solutions, including biostimulants, bedding activators, and nutritional additives, by utilizing antagonistic microorganisms to support plant, soil, and animal health. Their technology focuses on enhancing soil fertility, managing farm waste, and improving livestock welfare by reducing ammonia and hydrogen sulfide emissions. By formulating multi-component products that exploit bacterial and fungal synergy, Bioelements aims to increase agricultural yields, control pests and diseases, and provide more sustainable alternatives to traditional chemical-based agricultural inputs.
These advancements are significant for farmers and the agricultural industry, as they help address increasing regulatory pressures regarding environmental impact and air quality while simultaneously improving farm productivity and profitability. The company’s solutions have been applied to various sectors, including poultry, pig, and cattle farming, with trials demonstrating substantial reductions in animal mortality and improvements in growth and production metrics. Through ongoing research and development, often in collaboration with international scientific teams, Bioelements continues to explore new applications such as honey bee immunity, biofungicides, and waste-to-feed technology, supporting a transition toward more environmentally friendly and efficient agricultural practices.
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