REBIO Operational Group: Biostimulant Revolution - Reducing Chemical Dependency

Documentary Phase: A comprehensive review will be conducted on the use of biostimulants and microorganisms in almond cultivation to identify the best agronomic practices, including application rates, crop management, and effects on the soil and plant. Based on this literature review, the most promising biostimulants will be selected for testing under local conditions. Specific objectives for the trials will be defined, considering factors such as application rate and frequency to ensure treatment efficacy.

Experimental Phase: An agronomic analysis and an initial study of the farms where the trials will be conducted, as well as the physicochemical and biological properties of the soil on the selected farms, will be conducted prior to the application of biostimulants. The biostimulants selected in the preliminary phase will be applied to the demonstration farms following the guidelines established during the trial design. Applications will be carried out at various times throughout the project to evaluate their impact on the soil and crop yield. Continuous crop monitoring will be carried out.

Evaluation Phase: Changes in organic carbon, nitrogen, pH, electrical conductivity, and microbial biomass and other labile carbon fractions will be assessed. This activity will measure the impact of biostimulants on soil health and functionality.

Dissemination: The project's implementation and results will be disseminated through various social media platforms, press releases, and participation at relevant agricultural fairs in the agricultural sector.