Terra Biosa · Case study · Coffee
Stronger roots,
fewer nematodes
In established plantations and in the nursery, Terra Biosa improves root health and displaces the nematodes that limit production.
−46%
Meloidogyne
nematode, with Terra Biosa
+28%
Root weight
Hacienda Juan Viñas
2.3×
Nursery roots
dry weight vs. control
UCR
Analysis
independent laboratories
Case 1 · Established plantation
Hacienda Juan Viñas
A coffee plantation over 10 years old in a high-nematode area. Terra Biosa applied at 30 L/ha. While the control plot's Meloidogyne population rose, with Terra Biosa it dropped.
| Meloidogyne J2 | Terra Biosa | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Start (Nov 2017) | 121,600 | 79,600 |
| End (Jan 2018) | 65,000 | 124,000 |
Root weight was also 28% higher with Terra Biosa (132 g vs. 103 g). Analysis: University of Costa Rica.
Case 2 · Coffee nursery
Finca Gustavo Soto
In seedling production, Terra Biosa stimulates root development for a better start at transplant.
+234%
more root dry weight
2.3× vs. farm treatment · CIA-UCR analysis