Bringing farmers superior biological solutions
The demand for more environmentally-friendly farming solutions is increasing and biological formulations are considered one of the most promising tools. However, global use of these natural-based products remains limited due to issues such as stability, limited shelf life, and inconsistent efficacy. AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus, a technology disruptor structured liquid carrier for microbial-based formulations, offers unmatched shelf life to accelerate the adoption of more sustainable agriculture methods.
What are biologicals in agriculture?
Biological formulations leverage naturally occurring active ingredients found in the environment, including microorganisms (e.g., bacteria, fungi), their metabolites, plant extracts, and semiochemicals. These formulations are designed to improve crop health, enhance growth, or protect plants from pests and diseases and feature a better environmental profile than their conventional counterparts.
Raising the bar in liquid (DC) biological formulations
With 40 years of formulation expertise, Syensqo is pioneering innovative solutions designed to tackle the challenge of extending biological products’ shelf life thereby enhancing their biological efficacy.
AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus 01 and AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus 02 are two highly efficient, all-in-one, ready-to-use non-aqueous dispersion basis designed for formulating microorganisms, including beneficial fungi. Both formulation chassis help facilitate the integration of biologicals into farming practices through:
- Enhanced shelf life
- Easy handling
- Better storage
- Consistent bio-efficacy in the field
Game-changing shelf life extension for fungi-based formulations
Losses in biological activity can occur due to the sensitivity of the microorganisms to various external factors that can have an impact at different stages, from storage to application. In this context, optimized formulation strategies are necessary to enhance bio-efficacy. The main challenge for liquid biological formulations is to identify suitable co-formulants that do not negatively impact the viability of the targeted beneficial microorganisms.
Viability studies conducted on Beauveria bassiana and Paecilomyces lilacinus show significant improvement in the shelf life of fungi-based formulations powered by AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus 01 and AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus 02.
All-in-one solution
Syensqo’s commitment to supporting the sustainable transition of agriculture is at the heart of our development of advanced formulation solutions for Biologicals. Through our innovation efforts, we have developed AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus. Both formulation chassis are all-in-one solutions that include a carrier, a co-dispersant and a rheology agent to enhance not only stability and bioefficacy, but also reduce development time and ease formulation. AgRHEA® LifeXtend Plus ensures microbial-based liquid formulations meet the highest standards of performance.
