Micro-fix: soil microbiome index for carbon and nitrogen fixation monitoring
A genetic intelligence tool that uses soil microbiome taxonomic and functional profiles as indicators of microbial carbon and nitrogen fixation potential. Enables farmers and environmental managers to monitor soil biological contribution to greenhouse gas reduction, supporting sustainable agriculture and ESG compliance.
Overview
Micro-Fix is a soil microbiome–based diagnostic index designed to measure and monitor the contribution of soil microbiota to atmospheric carbon and nitrogen fixation. The solution leverages genetic analysis of soil DNA to identify taxonomic groups and functional genes associated with key metabolic pathways involved in carbon and nitrogen cycling. By transforming complex microbiome data into actionable indicators, Micro-Fix helps agribusiness professionals, environmental managers, and sustainability programs evaluate soil biological health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support regenerative agriculture practices.
The index is applicable across multiple crops, including soy, coffee, corn, and apple, and across different cultivation systems such as conventional, organic, and integrated production. This makes it a versatile tool for soil monitoring, sustainability reporting, and compliance with ESG requirements.
Technical specifications
- Genetic intelligence approach: Uses DNA sequencing and bioinformatics to characterize soil microbiome composition and functional potential.
- Broad indicator set: Incorporates 73 metabolic pathways and 219 enzymes associated with carbon and nitrogen cycling as candidate indicators for the index.
- Data-driven foundation: Built upon analysis of over 30,000 data points across multiple crops and agricultural systems, revealing significant differences in metabolic pathway activity.
- Crop-agnostic applicability: Validated subsets include soy, coffee, corn, and apple, supporting diverse use cases in commercial agriculture.
- System-comparable analysis: Differentiates soil biological performance across conventional, organic, integrated, and other cultivation systems.
- Management-oriented outputs: Aims to deliver soil classification and tailored management recommendations based on microbial contribution to nutrient cycling.
Technology readiness level
The technology is at an advanced validation stage. Initial validation has been completed using existing genetic databases spanning multiple crops and agricultural systems, confirming significant differences in carbon and nitrogen cycle pathways. The next phase involves mapping genetic attributes against direct microbial activity measurements, integrating these attributes into refined indicators, and validating the index through field evaluation of soy cultivated under different systems. This validation roadmap positions Micro-Fix as a near-market solution for soil biological monitoring and sustainability assessment.
About BIOME4ALL
Biome4all, also known as B4A, is a Brazilian biotechnology company that specializes in using bioinformatics, data science, and artificial intelligence to interpret genetic data, primarily focusing on soil and environmental microbiology. By analyzing the microbiome through DNA sequencing, the company provides diagnostic reports and strategic insights that help professionals in the agribusiness and environmental sectors make data-driven decisions. Their technology allows for the characterization of soil quality, the identification of pathogens, and the monitoring of biodiversity, which facilitates more efficient management, sustainability practices, and compliance with ESG requirements. The company's platform, Fullbio, delivers these complex genetic analyses in an intuitive format for users to improve productivity in their fields or livestock operations.
By providing precise metrics on the biological potential of the soil, Biome4all helps clients solve problems related to soil degradation, inefficient nutrient management, and yield variability. Their services are applied in diverse use cases, ranging from agricultural productivity enhancement to the bioremediation of degraded areas and carbon emission monitoring. The company supports its partners through a comprehensive process that includes sample collection, advanced genetic sequencing, and expert-led analysis, enabling the implementation of targeted strategies to improve agricultural performance and environmental health. Through these efforts, they act as an agent of transformation for the agribusiness industry, aiming to reconcile high-performance production with environmental preservation.
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