Imagine if plant food and medicine worked like a slow-release vitamin instead of a quick splash that mostly washes away in the rain. This project creates tiny smart-carriers that feed plants slowly over a month and uses a genetic 'off-switch' to stop pests without harming other bugs. It's like switching from a garden hose to a precision drip system for chemicals.
Conventional agrochemicals suffer from low bioavailability and precision, leading to overuse, high economic losses, and environmental pollution through leaching.
Nano and biobased controlled-delivery fertilisers, plant biostimulants, and target-specific biopesticides using microencapsulated dsRNA.
If you are a fertilizer producer dealing with high nutrient leaching and runoff — this project developed nano-carriers that extend nutrient release up to 30 days. This allows for a reduction in fertilizer equivalent inputs by 40% without hurting crop yields.
If you are a biopesticide developer dealing with non-target toxicity and pest resistance — this project developed microencapsulated dsRNA delivery systems. This technology can achieve a reduction of at least 50% of the target pathogen in field trials.
If you are a service provider dealing with high water usage and chemical costs — this project developed a combination of nanofertilisers and biostimulants. This increases Nitrogen Use Efficiency by over 20% and reduces the need for frequent application cycles.
Based on available project data, specific pricing is not provided, but the project aims to demonstrate commercial viability to stimulate investment.
Yes, the project aims to demonstrate efficacy in real-life case studies at TRL 5-6, moving beyond the lab to field-level validation.
Based on available project data, IP details are not specified, but the consortium includes 6 industry partners and 4 SMEs who are developing the prototypes.
Yes, the solutions are developed under the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework to align with the Farm to Fork Strategy.
The project runs from May 2024 to April 2028, with the goal of demonstrating commercial viability by the end of the period.
The project is highly industry-driven with a 46% industry ratio, comprising 6 industrial partners and 4 SMEs. This strong commercial presence, combined with 7 partners across 7 European countries, suggests a high likelihood of market translation and a focus on practical, scalable applications rather than pure academic research.
Contact AINIA in Spain for partnership and licensing inquiries.
Contact SciTransfer to connect with the AGRO4AGRI consortium for early access to nano-delivery prototypes.
