Drought, a global agricultural challenge, and the power of trehalose
Trehalose is a disaccharide with versatile functions, such as inhibiting starch retrogradation and protein denaturation, and is used in foods and pharmaceuticals. In recent years, there has been a lot of research on trehalose as a "bio-stimulant," agricultural material that can be a substitute for chemical fertilizers.
Previous research has shown that our trehalose has the ability to induce innate immunity in plants, making them more resistant to stress and less susceptible to disease. It has also been shown to protect and stabilize the cells of microorganisms and can be used for almost all beneficial microorganisms. Brazil and Argentina are major agricultural countries, including grain producers, and are very concerned about the effects of water shortages.
In addition, the amount of chemical pesticides and fertilizers applied to vast fields is enormous. Expanding the use of trehalose could solve agricultural problems and help protect workers, the soil, and, ultimately, the global environment.
Please anticipate the potential of trehalose in this field.
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