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Farming & Management

Sustainable crop production through biostimulants, biofertilizers and organic amendments: A mini review


DOI: 10.31830/2456-8724.2025.FM-166    | Article Id: FM-166 | Page : 75-84
Citation :- Sustainable crop production through biostimulants, biofertilizers and organic amendments: A mini review. Farm. Manage. 10: 75-84
BHARAT KHUSHALANI bharat@svecw.edu.in
Address : Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women, Bhimavaram-534202, West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, India
Submitted Date : 28-07-2025
Accepted Date : 25-08-2025
Online Published:

Abstract

The global transition toward sustainable agriculture has placed significant emphasis on reducing dependency on chemical fertilizers and embracing ecologically sound alternatives. This review was conducted in response to the growing need to synthesize empirical evidence on biostimulants, biofertilizers, organic amendments, and nanotechnological interventions that can enhance crop productivity, soil health, and environmental resilience. Given that Farming and Management regularly publishes research at the intersection of agricultural innovation, environmental stewardship, and farmer-centric solutions, it offers a suitable platform to present a consolidated evaluation of these emerging inputs in diverse farming systems. The manuscript explores recent advances in the application of organic formulations such as vermicompost and Panchagavya, evaluates microbial inoculants including region-specific strains of Azospirillum and Pseudomonas, and assesses the effectiveness of novel tools such as nano DAP and zinc-based nanofertilizers. The review also discusses the physiological and agronomic impact of biostimulants like seaweed extracts and amino acid formulations, especially under abiotic stress conditions. Each topic is situated within the broader context of sustainable intensification, conservation agriculture, and regenerative soil practices. The findings suggest that when appropriately integrated, these ecological inputs can significantly reduce chemical load, improve nutrient use efficiency, and restore biological activity in soils. They also enhance plant tolerance to climate-induced stresses, contributing to food security and long-term farm viability. However, challenges such as inconsistent field performance, limited adoption, and gaps in regulatory oversight remain. The review concludes that future research should focus on standardization, farmer training, and region-specific validation to accelerate the mainstreaming of these technologies into practical agriculture.

Keywords

Biofertilizers biostimulants climate resilience nanofertilizers organic amendments  regenerative farming soil health sustainable agriculture

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