Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for effective production and use of microorganisms and/or the fermentation broth in which they are produced. Advantageously, the system is cost-effective, scalable, quick, versatile, efficacious, and helpful in reducing resistance to chemical compounds and residue that concerns consumers.

Abstract: The invention provides materials and method for controlling pests, in particular, nematodes. The invention also provides compositions comprising biosurfactants as pesticides.

Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for effective production and use of microorganisms and/or the fermentation broth in which they are produced. Advantageously, the system is cost-effective, scalable, quick, versatile, efficacious, and helpful in reducing resistance to chemical compounds and residue that concerns consumers.

Abstract: The invention provides materials and method for controlling pests, in particular, nematodes. The invention also provides compositions comprising biosurfactants as pesticides.

Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for effective production and use of microorganisms and/or the fermentation broth in which they are produced. Advantageously, the system is cost-effective, scalable, quick, versatile, efficacious, and helpful in reducing resistance to chemical compounds and residue that concerns consumers.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for classifying a microbiome at a geographic site where agricultural activity is, or will be, conducted in order to improve and/or promote agricultural productivity at the site. Machine learning and/or artificial intelligence classifier tools use DNA sequencing input data and environmental information to generate recommendations for customized soil and/or crop treatment compositions, irrigation practices, and/or other agricultural activity, to enhance plant health and crop productivity.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for enhancing plant health, growth and/or yields of crop plants by, for example, applying a microbial combination to the roots and/or soil in which the plant is growing.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for enhancing plant health, growth, yields and/or CBD content of Cannabis plants using a combination of microbes and/or their growth by-products. Specifically, in one embodiment, the subject invention utilizes Trichoderma harzianum and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens NRRL B-67928.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for enhancing plant immunity, health, growth and yields using a combination of microbes and/or their growth by-products. Specifically, the subject invention enhances plant health, growth and/or yields using a combination of a Trichoderma spp. fungus and a Bacillus spp. bacterium. Specifically, in one embodiment, the subject invention utilizes Trichoderma harzianum and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens.

Abstract: The subject invention provides pest repellent compositions and methods of using these repellent compositions for repelling pests, in particular, insect pests that are harmful for crops. Advantageously, the repellent compositions and methods of the subject invention are environmentally-friendly, non-toxic and cost-effective. Specifically, the repellent poses no harm to those insects that are beneficial for agricultural needs.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for enhancing plant immunity, health, growth and yields using a combination of microbes and/or their growth by-products. Specifically, the subject invention enhances plant health, growth and/or yields using a combination of a Trichoderma spp. fungus and a Bacillus spp. bacterium. Specifically, in one embodiment, the subject invention utilizes Trichoderma harzianum and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens.

Abstract: The subject invention provides biopesticide compositions and their use in controlling a broad spectrum of pests, including arthropods, bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa, parasites, nematodes, and/or pests that act as disease vectors. The compositions of the subject invention utilize beneficial microorganisms to target one or more pests that cause harm and/or damage to humans, animals, plants, and/or man-made structures, such as homes. In certain embodiments, the compositions comprise at least one species of entomopathogenic fungus.

Abstract: The subject invention provides microbe-based compositions comprising cultivated microorganisms and/or growth by-products thereof, as well as methods and systems for producing and using these compositions. More specifically, the subject invention provides microbe-based compositions comprising biologically pure yeast selected from the Pichia clade, and/or growth by-products thereof, such as biosurfactants, enzymes and solvents. Methods of using these compositions to enhance production in agriculture, horticulture, livestock rearing and aquaculture industries are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides materials and method for controlling pests, in particular, nematodes. The invention also provides compositions comprising biosurfactants as pesticides.

Abstract: Methods are provided for enhancing the health, growth and/or sturdiness of turf grasses by applying a combination of microbes and/or their growth by-products to the turf grass roots and/or to soil. Specifically, in one embodiment, the subject invention utilizes Trichoderma harzianum and a strain of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens. The methods can further be used to improve maintenance and upkeep of natural turf grass fields used in, for example, athletics and recreation, as well as to increase the functionality and safety of these natural turf grass fields.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for controlling Fusarium fungal infections in plants. In particular, the subject invention relates to treatments for plant pathogenic fungal infections using microbes and/or their growth by-products. In a specific embodiment, the subject invention can be used to treat and/or prevent infection from a strain of Fusarium oxysporum that causes Fusarium Wilt and/or Panama Disease in Musa plants, although control of other Fusarium infections in other plants and/or agricultural products is also envisioned.

Abstract: The invention provides materials and method for controlling pests, in particular, nematodes. The invention also provides compositions comprising biosurfactants as pesticides.

Abstract: The subject invention provides compositions and methods for reducing atmospheric methane and/or nitrous oxide emissions using livestock feed additives and/or supplements. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising a beneficial microorganism and/or a growth by-product thereof is contacted with animal feed and/or drinking water prior to the animal ingesting it. The composition is capable of, for example, controlling methanogenic microorganisms within the animal's digestive system, and thus, reducing the amount of enteric methane emissions produced from the animal and from the animal's waste.

Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods for reducing deleterious atmospheric gases, such as greenhouse gases. In specific embodiments, the reduction in deleterious atmospheric gases is achieved via enhanced vegetative carbon utilization and storage, as well as increased carbon sequestration in soil. In some embodiments, the subject invention can be used for reducing the number of carbon credits used by an operator involved in, e.g., agriculture, livestock production, waste management or other industries. In certain embodiments, the subject invention provides customizable microbe-based products, as well as methods of using these microbe-based products for reduction of greenhouse gases and/or enhanced sequestration of carbon.

Abstract: The subject invention provides microbe-based compositions comprising biologically pure yeasts, and/or one or more microbial growth by-products, such as enzymes. In certain embodiments, the enzymes are phytases. Methods of using these compositions to liberate phosphates from phytic acid-containing organic matter are also provided.