At Emsa Chemical Technology we work alongside our clients to offer innovative, sustainable, and effective agricultural solutions that make a real difference in the field. In this context,
BetaSol,
the natural betaine developed by our partner Agrana,
has become a high-value tool for the agrochemical and agricultural sectors.
Thanks to its 100% natural origin, its effectiveness as an osmoprotectant and biostimulant, and its ability to blend easily with other ingredients, BetaSol enhances crop tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought, low temperatures, or high UV radiation.
Challenge or Initial Need
At Agroalkimia, we faced an increasingly demanding agricultural reality marked by adverse climatic conditions that repeat year after year: extreme temperatures, drought, low light, salinity, and intense UV-B radiation. This situation limited crop efficiency and threatened yields. Therefore, we needed a functional ingredient that would strengthen our plant nutrition solutions, helping crops withstand abiotic stress without compromising the sustainability of our agricultural practices.
The main challenge we aimed to solve involved various forms of salt and water stress, exacerbated by the effects of climate change. By acting as an osmolyte, BetaSol regulates water influx and efflux in the cytoplasm, preventing the denaturation of functional proteins. Each betaine molecule carries up to 3.6 water molecules, which is crucial in scenarios of water deficit or high salinity.
Specific Applications
- Fertigation: BetaSol was applied together with other nutritional solutions through short, scheduled irrigation events.
- Direct Application: it was used at doses tailored to each crop’s needs, applied in a localized manner.
This technology was implemented in rose and summer flower crops in Ecuador, where climatic conditions pose a constant challenge.
We have also successfully tested it on horticultural crops and potatoes, where it has demonstrated significant improvements in nutrient uptake and resistance to abiotic stress.
Results of Using BetaSol in Agriculture
Nutrient Uptake Efficiency
Average improvement in nutrient assimilation of up to 22%, optimizing response to nutritional programs.
Uniform Propagation in Summer Flowers
Vigorous vegetative growth ensuring uniformity and quality in flowering.
Abiotic Stress Reduction
Osmoprotectant effect and stabilization of plant metabolism to minimize adverse conditions.
The experience of Agroalkimia with BetaSol demonstrates that it is possible to tackle current climate challenges with sustainable, natural, and effective solutions.
This next-generation biostimulant has established itself as a key tool for improving crop performance under adverse conditions, without sacrificing environmental respect or innovation.
Want to know how BetaSol can be integrated into your crops or formulations?
Contact our technical-commercial team and discover how we can help you elevate your agricultural solutions to the next level.
For more information about BetaSol visit our comparison of BetaSol and synthetic glycine here
Marc Rocafull
BUSINESS UNIT DIRECTOR: LIFE SCIENCE
(+34) 646 726 078
