Seaweed used as a biostimulant boosts cotton production and reduces environmental impact

Seaweed-based biostimulants from the marine algae Ascophyllum nodosum are standing out in the Argentine and Brazilian fields for combining productivity and sustainability. Originating from the cold waters of the North Atlantic, this algae is rich in bioactive compounds that favor plant development, increase resistance to climatic stress, and reduce the need for chemical inputs, which translates into significant yield increases. “Ascophyllum nodosum is a natural technology that improves crop management and enhances cotton productivity,” highlights Samir Filho, market development manager of Acadian in Brazil. This country, for example, harvested over 4 million tons in the last campaign. Cotton cultivation also has great economic relevance in Argentina. According to data from the Ministry of Economy, the total area planted in the last campaign is estimated at 610,000 hectares. For the 2024/2025 campaign, according to estimates from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), ...