biofertilizer
- noun
- /ˌbaɪoʊˈfɜːrtəlaɪzər/
- Specialized
:
biofertilizante
- The biofertilizer made from natural microorganisms helped the plants grow healthier and stronger.
- Azolla biofertilizer
Examples
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The legislation promoting a low-carbon fuel standard now being considered by Congress will attract investment for next-generation facilities that convert animal waste and other waste (replacing fossil fuel inputs) into biogas and biofertilizers.
Academic text (2007) -
Not only for the soil conditioner, Azolla biofertilizer can also be used effectively for several plants such as onion, asparagus, potato, and garlic.
Academic text (1998) -
There are several Azolla biofertilizer products: sandy, smooth, and salf (compost).
Academic text (1998) -
In pellet form, Azolla biofertilizer can be used as acclimatization media for orchid in vitro products.
Academic text (1998) -
Farmers often use biofertilizer to improve the fertility of their soil and increase crop yields.
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Many gardeners prefer biofertilizer because it is eco-friendly and enhances nutrient availability for their plants.
Synonyms
A product with living helpful bacteria added to seeds, soil, or plants to help them get nutrients and grow
Compounds
- Specialized
A natural fertilizer containing Azotobacter bacteria that add nitrogen to soil
Surface Forms
Morphology
biofertilizer = fertilizer (transparent) = bio + fertil + izer
The word is a straightforward technical formation meaning a fertilizer made with or from biological materials or microorganisms.
Etymology
Biofertilizer combines bio- (from bios, 'life') and fertile ('fruitful' or rich). So a biofertilizer is a living product that helps make soil and plants more fruitful by adding helpful life to the ground.
