Biostimulants are substances or microorganisms applied to plants or soil to enhance natural processes, improve nutrient uptake, and increase tolerance to environmental stress, functioning independently of their direct nutrient content.
Key Benefits
- Better uptake: Boosts nutrient use efficiency and root development.
- Stress relief: Helps plants survive heat, drought, and salty soil.
- Soil health: Encourages beneficial soil bacteria and fungi.
- Higher quality: Improves overall crop yield and visual traits.
Common Types
- Humic and fulvic acids: Improve soil structure and nutrient availability.
- Seaweed and kelp extracts: Stimulate growth and stress resistance.
- Amino acids and peptides: Support plant metabolism and recovery.
- Beneficial microbes: Mycorrhizal fungi and plant growth-promoting bacteria.
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