Two bacteria identified by Embrapa in its microorganism bank, which can increase phosphorus uptake by plants, have shown to be beneficial in the cultivation of sugarcane. According to research data, productivity gains reach 20% with the first phosphorus-soluble inoculant developed by Brazil with validated agronomic recommendations for the cultivation of sugarcane, named Omsugo ECO and traded by the multinational company Corteva Agriscience. The new biological input reduces the use of phosphate fertilizers, resulting in economic benefits and greater environmental sustainability. “This collection has enormous potential to offer solutions to increase the yield of several crops, focusing on the sustainability and decarbonization of agriculture”, said Myriam Maia Nobre, Deputy Head of Technology Transfer at Embrapa Corn and Sorghum.
Source: DATAGRO (*Translated by Ia Niani)