Biopolymer compositions for agrochemical pre-treatment of crop seeds

Overview

This solution introduces biopolymer-based compositions designed for the pre-sowing treatment of crop seeds. By combining natural water-soluble polymers with cavitation-treated water and microencapsulated mineral fertilizers and micronutrients, the technology aims to reduce chemical fertilizer consumption by 2–5 times per hectare while increasing crop yields by 10–25%. The approach supports resource-saving agriculture, lowers fuel and input costs, and offers a non-toxic, fire-safe alternative to conventional soil-applied fertilization.

Technical specifications

• Biopolymer film-forming compositions based on natural and chemically modified water-soluble polymers
• Cavitation electromagnetically treated water used as the carrier medium, enabling stable aqueous solutions that coagulate on contact with electrolytes and mineral fertilizers
• Microencapsulation of fertilizers and micronutrients within a biopolymer film for controlled, seed-surface delivery
• Compatible with existing pre-sowing and stubble treatment workflows
• Reduces the volume of polymer and fertilizer required per hectare compared to traditional soil application
• Non-toxic, non-flammable, and explosion-safe formulation

Technology readiness level

The technology is at an early-to-mid stage of development. Initial validation has focused on forming stable aqueous biopolymer-fertilizer solutions and confirming reduced fertilizer consumption on seed surfaces versus soil application. Future work includes scaling to an industrial resource-saving pre-sowing treatment process, developing new high-yielding seed varieties, and pursuing patent protection in Ukraine and internationally. The solution is positioned for adoption in countries with established manufacturing and agricultural sectors.