{"id":19207,"date":"2018-09-28T18:22:00","date_gmt":"2018-09-28T17:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/?p=19207"},"modified":"2025-03-19T10:36:16","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T09:36:16","slug":"ficosagro-bio-stimulant-success-case-in-alfalfa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/en\/ficosagro-bio-stimulant-success-case-in-alfalfa\/","title":{"rendered":"Optimize alfalfa cultivation with biostimulants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In May 2018, Ficosterra initiated a new field trial in collaboration with the Science Park Foundation of the University of Valladolid<\/strong> to evaluate the effects of the bio-stimulant ficosagro\u00ae<\/strong> on alfalfa production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trial, led by \u00c1ngel Fombedilla<\/strong>, associate professor in the Department of Plant Production at the University of Valladolid\u2019s Palencia Campus, was conducted on research plots managed by the university.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Objectives of the alfalfa trial<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Professor Fombedilla designed a study focusing on four key points:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A potential increase in crop yield.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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An improvement in total protein content.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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An enhancement in crop health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Greater crop profitability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Trial characteristics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Location<\/strong><\/strong>
University of Valladolid, Palencia Campus.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Start date:<\/strong>
May 2018.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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End date:<\/strong>
October 2018.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Product consumption:<\/strong>
30 liters of ficosagro\u00ae per hectare.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Application moments:<\/strong>
April 15, 2018, and May 17, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Results obtained<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Upon completion of the alfalfa campaign and analysis of the study\u2019s objectives, the following results were achieved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Continuous increase in yield<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Crops treated with the microbial bio-stimulant ficosagro\u00ae<\/strong> showed a 20% increase in total yield per hectare<\/strong> compared to untreated plots.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Improvement in protein content<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A 20% increase<\/strong> in crude protein levels in alfalfa was also recorded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Greater effectiveness in strategic cuts<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Higher application rates during the first cut and additional doses after the second\/third cut significantly boosted overall productivity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Comparative data<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Total Production<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>2,000 kg\/ha.<\/td>1,980 kg\/ha.<\/td><\/tr>
Total Crude Protein<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>500 kg\/ha.<\/td>469 kg\/ha.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n
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What is Ficosagro\u00ae?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ficosagro\u00ae<\/strong> is a natural liquid bio-stimulant<\/strong> free of chemical additives. It employs BCB (Biological Crop Booster) technology<\/strong>, which integrates a complex of beneficial soil-regenerating microorganisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The primary function of Ficosagro\u00ae is to digest organic matter<\/strong> and release nutrients that have been applied through fertilization or are locked in the soil. This process enhances nutrient bioavailability, making it easier for crops to absorb, thereby maximizing productive outcomes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Conclusion<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The trial conducted in collaboration with the University of Valladolid confirms the potential of Ficosagro\u00ae<\/strong> to improve productivity, protein content, and the sustainability of alfalfa cultivation. This advancement underscores Ficosterra’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We invite you to learn more about this trial and its results through the insights of Professor Fombedilla.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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