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In modern agriculture, the pursuit of high yields has led to environmental imbalances and chemical pollution, compromising food quality and ecosystem health. With a 60% surge in global food demand by 2050, the need for sustainable farming practices is critical. Biostimulants, while promising, exhibit limitations in optimizing crop management, restricted yields, and single functionality, providing a narrow scope of functionalities. Ficosterra introduces MareTech, a groundbreaking biostimulant technology blending seaweed extracts and microorganisms. The synergy of specific microorganisms (probiotics) and algae (prebiotics) multiplies microbial colonies by 10^3, optimizing nutrient accessibility. It diminishes chemical nitrogen inputs, boosting nutrient availability and soil health while reducing fertilization needs. MareTech significantly reduces carbon footprints and increases crop productivity by up to 30%. Its cost-effectiveness, organic nature, and broad-spectrum action mark it as a transformative solution, fostering phosphorus availability and stimulating essential plant compounds. In response to stringent European directives towards eco-conscious agricultural practices, MareTech stands as a unique solution, in harmony with initiatives like the European Green Deal and Farm to Fork Strategy aiming to reduce fertilizer use by 20% and boost organic farming to 25% by 2030. Ficosterra’s endeavor aligns with worldwide agricultural objectives, offering MareTech as a transformative solution. Its societal, environmental, and economic impacts are promising, reducing fertilization usage by 30% and greenhouse gas emissions by 25%. Seeking EIC Accelerator support, Ficosterra aims to scale MareTech, optimize formulations, conduct field tests, refine scaling processes, and secure certifications for commercialization. Leveraging investments and successful product launches, Ficosterra anticipates seamless market readiness for MareTech biostimulants.
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