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Breaking New Ground: Exploring the Promising Role of Solid-State Fermentation in Harnessing Natural Biostimulants for Sustainable Agriculture

Roberto Carlos Solano Porras
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Adriana Artola
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Raquel Barrena
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Golafarin Ghoreishi
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Cindy Ballardo Matos
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Antoni Sánchez
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Version 1 : Received: 8 June 2023 / Approved: 9 June 2023 / Online: 9 June 2023 (09:46:16 CEST)

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Porras, R.C.S.; Artola, A.; Barrena, R.; Ghoreishi, G.; Matos, C.B.; Sánchez, A. Breaking New Ground: Exploring the Promising Role of Solid-State Fermentation in Harnessing Natural Biostimulants for Sustainable Agriculture. Processes 2023, 11, 2300. Porras, R.C.S.; Artola, A.; Barrena, R.; Ghoreishi, G.; Matos, C.B.; Sánchez, A. Breaking New Ground: Exploring the Promising Role of Solid-State Fermentation in Harnessing Natural Biostimulants for Sustainable Agriculture. Processes 2023, 11, 2300.

Abstract

Agriculture has been experiencing a difficult situation because of limiting factors in its production, Natural biostimulants (NBs) have emerged as a novel alternative. This study reviews NBs produced through Solid-State Fermentation (SSF) from organic waste, focusing on the processes and production methods. The aim is to highlight their potential for improving agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable agriculture. Through a literature review, the effects of NBS on crops were examined, as well as the challenges associated with their production and application. The importance of standardizing production processes, optimizing fermentation conditions, and assessing their effects on different crops is emphasized. Furthermore, future research areas are identified, such as enhancing production efficiency and evaluating the effectiveness of SSF-produced NBS in different agricultural systems. In conclusion, SSF-produced NBS offers a promising alternative for sustainable agriculture, but further research and development are needed to maximize its efficacy and enable large-scale implementation.

Keywords

Natural biostimulant; Solid-state fermentation; Organic waste; Sustainable agriculture; crop improvement

Subject

Engineering, Bioengineering

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