2025 - Volume #49, Issue #1, Page #04
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New Technology Supports Biologicals Until Deployment
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One of the biggest challenges with using biologicals has been keeping them viable until the point of use.
Meristem’s specially designed Bio-Capsules store microbes in a sealed compartment until needed. They sit on top of 2 1/2-gal. jugs, and when ready for deployment, a plunger breaks the foil and releases the microbes into the insecticide.
The system keeps microbes separate, alive and vigorous, providing a dependable method of ensuring a high concentration for effectiveness. Combining biologicals with conventional synthetic treatments opens new possibilities for pest control.
Meristem founder and CEO Mitch Eviston explains that many biofungicides and bioinsecticides haven’t been available to farmers simply because viability is challenging. “Now, for the first time, live beneficial microbes can be kept in a separate compartment on top of a jug and mixed with synthetics at the point of use,” he says.
Meristem points to the multiple benefits of its technology.
The microbial technology can be added to any liquid application for all-season flexibility.
Liquid Bio-Capsules offer faster EPA registration as co-pack regulatory strategies drive them. This means more localized, cost-effective and specific remedies for any production challenges.
The unique technology tackles the issues of keeping microbes and biology alive in the field, delivering more bang for the buck.
“With our patent-pending liquid Bio-Capsules, farmers can conveniently pair dry soluble with liquids to bring new options to their sprayer applications throughout the season when applying crop protection, micronutrients, PGRs (plant growth regulators), and other liquid applications,” Eviston says. “It expands the entire playing field.”
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Meristem Crop Performance, 489 Village Park Dr., Powell, Ohio 43065 (ph 833-637-4783; www.meristemag.com).
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