{"id":19390,"date":"2019-01-14T16:37:00","date_gmt":"2019-01-14T15:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/?p=19390"},"modified":"2025-03-19T10:42:47","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T09:42:47","slug":"the-role-of-microorganisms-in-21st-century-agriculture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/en\/the-role-of-microorganisms-in-21st-century-agriculture\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of microorganisms in crops and plants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-right has-large-font-size\">The Role of Microorganisms in 21st Century Agriculture<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Microorganisms are essential components of the soil, playing a crucial role in the development and health of crops and plants. These invisible allies interact with plant roots in the <strong>rhizosphere<\/strong>, the soil zone surrounding the roots, where the concentration of microorganisms and bacterial biomass is significantly higher.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f8ed\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Microorganisms: <\/strong><br>Key to a fertile soil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a healthy soil, microorganisms establish a long-term <strong>symbiotic relationship<\/strong> with plants, releasing beneficial metabolites and mobilizing blocked nutrients to make them more easily absorbed. Additionally, they contribute to plant protection against external pathogens. This natural activity results in stronger, healthier, and more resilient crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, when the soil is depleted or lacks essential nutrients, this natural cycle is disrupted, making it necessary to introduce <strong>biofertilizers<\/strong> that help restore balance and optimize conditions for microbiota development.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/aerial-view-of-bright-green-agricultural-farm-fiel-2024-12-06-14-42-58-utc.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/aerial-view-of-bright-green-agricultural-farm-fiel-2024-12-06-14-42-58-utc.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19367\" 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\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/en\/technology-2\/#bcb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"881\" height=\"961\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/bcb.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/bcb.jpg 881w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/bcb-768x838.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/bcb-69x75.jpg 69w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/bcb-480x524.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:881px) 100vw, 881px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The contribution of Biological Crop Booster (BCB)<\/strong> technology to soil fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Ficosterra<\/strong>, we have developed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/en\/technology\/\"><strong>Biological Crop Booster (BCB) technology<\/strong><\/a>, in which <strong>four strains of microorganisms<\/strong> work together in the soil to regenerate it, release blocked nutrients, improve soil structure, and promote the natural balance between <strong>microflora and microfauna<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Key Benefits of BCB technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">01<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Soil regeneration:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Improves soil structure, increasing aeration and water retention capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">02<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Nutrient release:<\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Microorganisms break down organic matter and make essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium available to plants.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">03<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Environmental sustainability:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, decreasing environmental impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">04<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Increased productivity:<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Promotes root development and plant health, improving both quality and crop yield.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/post.png\" 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crops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ficosagro<\/strong> is a microbial biostimulant developed by Ficosterra, tested in both intensive and extensive crops with outstanding results in terms of increased harvest productivity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Benefits of Ficosagro<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">01<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Nutrient Optimization:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enhances the absorption of nutrients already present in the soil.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">02<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Stress Resistance:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strengthens plants against adverse conditions such as drought, frost, and salinity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">As a result, crops achieve better quality, with <strong>productivity increasing between 8% and 15%<\/strong>, depending on the type of crop and soil conditions. Furthermore, <strong>Ficosagro<\/strong> enhances the organoleptic properties of the fruits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Ficosagro is a <strong>100% natural product<\/strong>, certified organic by SHC, promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host 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16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ficosturf: <\/strong>The biostimulant for grass and sports turf<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ficosturf<\/strong> is a liquid biostimulant specifically designed for sports turf, gardens, and green areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through <strong>biological activation of the soil<\/strong>, Ficosturf\u2014powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/en\/technology\/\"><strong>BCB technology<\/strong><\/a>\u2014improves turf quality by strengthening roots and promoting a stronger, greener, and more uniform growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Benefits of Ficosturf<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">01<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Stronger and healthier turf:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enhances root development, making grass more resilient to intensive sports activities and extreme weather conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">02<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Reduction of soil compaction issues:<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Optimizes soil structure, improving aeration and water infiltration.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">03<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Better aesthetics and functionality:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provides a dense, intensely green lawn with excellent performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns columnaDerechaBorder is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">04<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Operational sustainability:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reduces the use of chemicals and enhances irrigation efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare.png\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"634\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare.png 634w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare-260x111.png 260w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare-50x21.png 50w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare-150x64.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width:767px) 480px, 634px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/rhizomare.png\" 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\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Microorganisms, biostimulants, and biofertilizers: <br><strong>Keys to a sustainable agricultural future<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Currently, around <strong>11,000 species of bacteria<\/strong> and over <strong>100,000 species of fungi and yeasts<\/strong> have been identified with <strong>agricultural potential<\/strong>. These microorganisms can mobilize essential nutrients such as <strong>phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen<\/strong>, which are fundamental for plant growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through years of research and numerous field trials, it has been demonstrated that the <strong>application of microbial biofertilizers is an effective tool for ensuring soil fertility and improving agricultural yields<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <strong>Francisco Soriano Pons<\/strong>, researcher and Professor of Biotechnology at the <strong>Catholic University of Valencia<\/strong> and former Secretary General of the Spanish Association of Agronutrient Manufacturers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c<em>Microorganisms are essential for maintaining soil fertility and growing healthy, vigorous crops. Although humans have been using microorganisms for over <strong>8,000 years<\/strong> (in the production of beer, wine, and bread), their importance in agriculture was long overlooked. Today, more and more producers recognize their benefits as an alternative or complement to chemical fertilizers, experiencing firsthand the <strong>positive results of their application<\/strong><\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The use of biostimulants such as <strong>Ficosagro<\/strong> and <strong>Ficosturf<\/strong>, powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/en\/technology\/\"><strong>Ficosterra\u2019s BCB technology<\/strong><\/a>, represents an <strong>innovative, effective, sustainable, and profitable alternative<\/strong> for agriculture and green area management.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f8ed\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>European regulations <\/strong><br>supporting organic fertilization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"792\" height=\"1001\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc.jpg 792w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc-768x971.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc-59x75.jpg 59w, https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc-480x607.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-18282\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/www.ficosterra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/european-parliament-interior-2023-11-27-05-29-53-utc.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">European regulations align with this approach, prioritizing <strong>soil fertilization over direct plant fertilization<\/strong>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/ALL\/?uri=celex%3A32007R0834\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Council Regulation (EC) No 834\/2007<\/strong><\/a> on organic production states in its preamble:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cOrganic plant production should contribute to maintaining and enhancing soil fertility as well as preventing soil erosion. Plants should preferably obtain their nutrients through the soil ecosystem rather than through soluble fertilizers added to the soil.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This directive reflects <strong>Europe\u2019s commitment<\/strong> to a <strong>more sustainable<\/strong> and <strong>environmentally friendly<\/strong> agricultural model, in line with the use of microorganisms as pillars of <strong>efficient and regenerative fertilization<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>A sustainable future <\/strong>thanks to microorganisms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to advances in <strong>biotechnology<\/strong>, microorganisms have evolved from being an <strong>unknown resource<\/strong> to <strong>key players<\/strong> in <strong>21st-century agriculture<\/strong>. Farmers, increasingly aware of their benefits, are <strong>adopting biostimulants and biofertilizers<\/strong> as a <strong>sustainable, profitable, and effective alternative<\/strong> to conventional fertilizers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Ficosterra<\/strong>, we are committed to developing <strong>biotechnological solutions<\/strong> that incorporate <strong>beneficial microorganisms<\/strong> into our products, ensuring their <strong>efficacy<\/strong> and contributing to a <strong>regenerative agricultural model<\/strong> that nurtures the <strong>soil, plants, and environment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Role of Microorganisms in 21st Century Agriculture Microorganisms are essential components of the soil,<span class=\"excerpt-hellip\"> 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