Solid-State Fermentation: Applications and Future Perspectives for Biostimulant and Biopesticides Production

Area of Science:

• Agricultural Science
• Biotechnology
• Environmental Science

Background:

• Growing demand for green products and sustainable agriculture necessitates innovative solutions.
• Microbial products are viable alternatives to conventional agrochemicals.
• Challenges exist in the industrial production and cost-effectiveness of microbial agricultural products.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the literature on agricultural applications of solid-state fermentation (SSF).
• To explore the potential of SSF in sustainable agriculture.
• To identify future perspectives for SSF in producing agricultural formulations.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of solid-state fermentation (SSF) in agriculture.
• Analysis of SSF's role in producing microbial-based agricultural products.
• Assessment of SSF's potential within a circular economy framework.

Main Results:

• Solid-state fermentation (SSF) is a feasible method for growing microorganisms on solid substrates.
• SSF can utilize waste and by-products, aligning with circular economy principles.
• The technology has demonstrated potential for producing biostimulants and biopesticides for agricultural use.

Conclusions:

• Solid-state fermentation (SSF) presents a promising technology for sustainable agriculture.
• Further development and application of SSF can enhance the production of eco-friendly agricultural inputs.
• SSF can contribute to reducing reliance on synthetic agrochemicals and promoting ecological transition.