Abstract: A nitrogen stabilizing composition is provided. The composition includes 6% to 18% N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT), 1% to 6% 3,4-dimethyl pyrazole phosphate (DMPP), and a solvent, wherein the ratio of NBPT to DMPP is between about 5.5:1 and 6.5:1.

Abstract: A fertilizer composite comprising a simple or complex granular solid fertilizer and a coating covering the fertilizer granules, the coating comprising from 10-90 wt % of a first wax component comprising linear alpha olefin wax having a carbon number in the range of from 20 to 100 and a congealing point in the range of from 40 to 80° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bioavailable (which may also be referred to as plant available) silicon, such as in the form of a concentrate or solid, and processes for producing and using bioavailable silicon.

Abstract: An system for processing biomass comprising a stator, a rotor having an axis of rotation, the rotor being disposed inside the stator and configured to rotate about the axis of rotation therein, a processing chamber defined between the rotor and the stator, an inlet in fluid communication with the processing chamber which is designed to introduce unprocessed biomass into the processing chamber, an outlet in fluid communication with the processing chamber which is designed to carry out processed biomass from the processing chamber and a pump operationally associated with the inlet and the outlet, wherein the pump is configured to pump the unprocessed biomass through the processing chamber.

Abstract: There is provided herein a fertilizer granule comprising Urea, Polyhalite and Ammonium Sulphate.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for preparing a composite of porous material/compound/hybrid organic-inorganic material having a 2:1 lamellar structure, said hybrid material having the following general formula I: Nax[(Mg3)(Alx(RSi)4?x)O8+x(OH)2]??(I) wherein x is a number such that 0?x<1.2 and R represents a C1-C30 alkyl group, an aryl group, a (C1-C30 alkyl)aryl group or an O—(C1-C30 alkyl) group, it being possible for the alkyl group to be substituted with a group chosen from a phenyl, vinyl, aminopropyl or mercaptopropyl group, and said compound being chosen from the group constituted of at least one active substance and at least one microorganism and mixtures thereof the process comprising: a) the step of sol-gel synthesis of the hybrid organic-inorganic material having a 2:1 lamellar structure in the presence of the compound and of the porous material saturated with the compound; b) the recovery of the composite.

Abstract: A prepared method of arginine chelated selenium foliar fertilizer which is benefit for improving herbage seed yield is provided. The prepared foliar fertilizer is conducive to significantly promote the yields of herbage and seeds. The weight and diameter of the seeds and the contents of fat, polysaccharide, isoflavone and selenium contained in the herbage seeds have increased obviously. Seed is the chip of agriculture. High yield and quality of herbage seeds provide a good basis for forage production, which not only develops livestock industry, but also plays an important role in protecting ecological environment.

Abstract: There is provided a nitrogen fertilizer granule in which the nitrogen release can be timed and the nitrogen release rate can be controlled according to the needs of the plants to be fertilized. The smart release nitrogen-containing fertilizer granule comprises a nitrogen-containing fertilizer core; an organic functional layer covering the core, wherein the organic functional layer comprises at least one functional organic compound that is an enzyme inhibitor, a microbial suppressor, a phosphorus solubilizer, and/or a plant hormone; a controlled release layer covering the organic functional layer, wherein the controlled release layer comprises water-swellable copolymeric nanoparticles; and an anticaking layer covering the controlled release layer, wherein the anticaking layer comprises water-insoluble copolymeric nanoparticles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for encapsulating a compound selected from the group consisting of at least one active substance, at least one microorganism and mixtures thereof in an organic-inorganic hybrid material of 2:1 lamellar structure, said material having the following general formula I: Nax[(Mg3)(Alx(RSi)4?x)O8+x(OH)2]??(I) the method comprising: a) sol-gel synthesis of the organic-inorganic hybrid material of 2:1 lamellar structure in the presence of the compound; b) recovery of the compound encapsulated in the material of general formula I. It further relates to the compound encapsulated in an organic-inorganic hybrid material of 2:1 lamellar structure of general formula I, a composition comprising same and its use for fertilizing, feeding, stimulating growth and/or prophylaxis of plants and/or improvement of the physical, chemical and/or biological properties of the soil or of the culture substrate of plants.

Abstract: A fertilizer derived from an organic source and a method of making are provided. The fertilizer of the present invention advantageously has a nitrogen content greater than 4%. The method of making the fertilizer also produces potable water.

Abstract: A fertilizer derived from an organic source and a method of making are provided. The fertilizer of the present invention advantageously has a nitrogen content greater than 4%. The method of making the fertilizer also produces potable water.

Abstract: A plant growth enhancer including a source of carbon dioxide, a source of carbohydrate, and source of acid in an amount to provide increased retention of carbon dioxide in the soil. A method of enhancing the growth of plants by applying the plant growth enhancer to the soil containing the plant, the acid increasing retention of the carbon dioxide in the soil, and the plant exhibiting enhanced growth from the combination of the carbon dioxide and carbohydrate.

Abstract: This document provides compositions comprising (or consisting essentially of or consisting of) one or more water-soluble oils selected from the group consisting of ethoxylated macadamia oil, ethoxylated olive oil, ethoxylated avocado oil, ethoxylated meadowfoam oil, ethoxylated almond oil, ethoxylated corn oil, ethoxylated soybean oil, ethoxylated jojoba oil, ethoxylated seabuckthorn oil (e.g., fruit, berry, or seed oil), ethoxylated emu oil, ethoxylated mink oil, PEG Glyceryl Dimyristate, PEG Glyceryl Dioleate, PEG Glyceryl Distearate, and PEG Glyceryl Palmitate; and one or more agricultural chemical or biological agents. Methods for making and using the compositions also are provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an amendment composition comprising an extract of Cynara leaves for stimulating the nitrification of a soil, a process for stimulating the nitrification of a soil with an amendment composition comprising an extract of Cynara leaves and an amendment composition comprising an extract of Cynara leaves and one or more compound(s) selected from (i) a basic calcium amendment, (ii) a yeast extract, and (iii) an extract of a legume of the family Fabaceae.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for disinfecting soils or other agricultural growing media, characterised by comprising the following steps: obtaining a soil or other agricultural growing medium at their field capacity; treating the soil or medium at the field capacity of the previous step with ozonated water, wherein the ozonated water is prepared in situ with ozone-production equipment connected to the water supply; allowing a period of time to pass after the treatment with ozone; and inoculating the disinfected soil or agricultural medium with at least one species of beneficial microorganism.

Abstract: A process for producing coated urea-containing fertilizer particles, comprising the following steps: A) forming at least one polyurea layer on the uncoated urea-containing fertilizer, and then B) forming at least one polyurethane layer on the at least one polyurea layer on the urea-containing fertilizer.

Abstract: A method of coating a substrate with a foam is described. The method comprises: (a) introducing a foam into a substrate comprising a plurality of channels through open ends of the channels at a first end of the substrate; and (b) applying at least one of (i) a vacuum to open ends of the channels at a second end of the substrate and (ii) a pressure to the open ends of the channels at the first end of the substrate; wherein the foam comprises a particulate material, and wherein the foam is particle stabilized.

Abstract: A method for inoculating a plant with a nitrogen-fixing bacteria such as Gluconacetobacter diazotrophicus, said method comprising administering the nitrogen-fixing bacteria to a wound of a growing plant, for example to recently cut grass. Inoculation in this manner leads to enhanced growth characteristics including increased greenness of grass. Novel compositions suitable for use in the method are also described and claimed, together with kits for producing these.

Abstract: An agricultural or horticultural fertilizer featuring processed montmorillonite clay and other ingredients for improving plant growth and health. The organic components of a basic, dry, composition of the fertilizer composition include Aloe vera, gum Arabic, and Montmorillonite clay. The fertilizer composition may be prepared and used as a dry blended powder, or the dry powder mixed with water to compose a liquid fertilizer blend. Agar may be added to compose a liquid mineral fertilizer root dip solution. Liquid fertilizers for use in drip irrigation may comprise potash in an aqueous blend, as well as citric acid and humate.

Abstract: A fertilizer stick comprising a saccharide and a fertilizer dispersed therein, wherein the saccharide constitutes about 25% to about 95% (w/w) of the stick.