The Problem
Soil health is essential for sustainable crop production, but intensive farming practices and synthetic fertilizers with high salt content have disrupted microbial ecosystems. These inputs reduce biodiversity, hinder nutrient cycling, and weaken soil’s natural ability to retain moisture and regenerate. As a regenerative agriculture company, Replenish Nutrients sought to evaluate the impact of its Rebuilder formula (0-17-0-12), which aims to restore microbial health, improve soil structure, and promote sustainable nutrient availability. The goal was to assess the formula’s ability to support a thriving soil microbiome and refine product application recommendations.
The Solution
In collaboration with Biome Makers, we tested the microbial content of our granulated Rebuilder formula. The test evaluated microbial composition, functionality, and product performance. The goal was to quantify the living microbial population in our granulated Rebuilder formulation. The findings will be used to assess its potential for improving soil health through better microbial diversity and nutrient cycling.
The Rebuilder formula demonstrated a positive impact on microbial diversity, with over 1,017 microbial species detected. These findings show that Rebuilder fosters a balanced bacterial-fungal ecosystem, essential for healthy soil function.
Key Findings from the Rebuilder Microbial Report:
Fungal Composition:
- Ascomycota (70%): Promotes organic matter decomposition and nutrient cycling.
- Mucoromycota (14%): Enhances soil structure by supporting aggregation.
- Basidiomycota (9%): Improves organic turnover and soil fertility.
- Mortierellomycota (4%): Boosts nutrient uptake and disease resistance.
Bacterial Composition:
- Firmicutes (47%): Decomposes organic matter and suppresses pathogens.
- Proteobacteria (19%): Supports nitrogen cycling and soil fertility.
- Actinobacteriota (12%): Produces antibiotics and decomposes complex substances.
- Bacteroidota (9%): Enhances nitrogen and phosphorus cycling.
About Biome Makers: BeCrop Test
The BeCrop Test analyzes bacterial and fungal populations through 16S and ITS sequencing, providing insights into the microbial processes in the soil. Rather than measuring nutrients directly, the test evaluates functions such as carbon fixation, nutrient cycling, mineralization, and immobilization. It identifies and categorizes microorganisms down to phylum, genus, and species levels, offering a detailed understanding of how products like Rebuilder influence soil health.
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