Seaweed is Not a Sea Weed

The Hidden Power of Seaweed

Among the 10,000 seaweeds in the world’s oceans, a selection of these seaweeds are used in modern agriculture as biostimulants. Brandon Bioscience utilises Ascophyllum nodosum, a brown algae native to the waters of the North Atlantic. Brown seaweeds, known as? Phaeophyceae, are typically the most used seaweeds in agriculture, as their ability to optimise plant health surpasses that of their green and red counterparts. A. nodosum is the most recognised and widely tested seaweed biostimulant.

The Benefits of Perseverance

A. nodosum’s agricultural benefits stem from its exposure to harsh growing conditions in the ocean. The seaweed can thrive in both heat and frost. A. nodosum comprises high-powered components such as natural antioxidants, 21 amino acids, distinctive carbohydrates and 60 chelated trace elements such as iron, zinc, manganese and boron.

PSI Technology: Unleashing the Full Potential of Seaweed

Brandon Bioscience ’s PSI? (plant signalling induction) technology allows the seaweed to provide different outcomes in different products. Hot water extraction processes are used on A. nodosum which unlocks more of the bioactivity potential than a cold process. Additionally, the products contain higher concentrations of solids per litre than competitor products. With a highly compatible formula, Brandon’s products allow for farmers to customise the formulation of the product to meet their individual needs.

BARRAMAR?:

BARRAMAR? claims a high concentration level of 48%. It promotes an increase in essential processes like photosynthesis and respiration through improved micronutrients efficiency. These improved processes result in more energy resulting in higher yields and quality of the crop.

MARTELLO?:

Reduces abiotic stress and optimises the overall health of the crop. It helps build resistance against adverse weather conditions such as drought, extreme heat, and unfavourable salinity levels. MARTELLO? has a concentration level of 36% and is compatible with calcium-based products.

Ascophyllum nodosum in Action

From a single starting product, Brandon Bioscience curated A. nodosum to solve varying customer needs. Agspec Group is using both BARRAMAR? and MARTELLO? to strengthen major crops in the Asia-Pacific. As a sustainably sourced and certified organic bio-stimulant, seaweed derived products are sure to become a necessary agricultural solution.