en.Wedoany.com Report on Mar 23rd, At the 2026 iFAB Bio-Manufacturing Summit held in Champaign, Illinois, USA, Imio founder Charles Smith shared cases of farmers improving agricultural efficiency through microbial agents. He pointed out that an increasing number of growers are beginning to adopt biological agents to manage crop residues while reducing fertilizer expenses.

Charles Smith explained that certain products capable of enhancing microbial activity help release nutrients in the soil. Quoting himself, he stated: "Many farmers recognize that their crop residues may hold value. Through a set of microbes, we can unlock this nutrient value for them, thereby helping them gain more benefit from the resources already present in their land." This type of microbial agent not only reduces input costs but also decreases the frequency of tillage and drives yield growth.

Regarding specific effects, Smith mentioned that in areas with high residue levels and high productivity, corn crops achieved yield increases of up to 20 bushels, while soybeans gained an average of about 5 bushels per acre. However, he also noted that not all biological agents possess the same efficacy, so choosing a reliable supplier is crucial in the current context of limited profits.

Smith emphasized: "There is a reliability gap with many biological agents. We are focused on solving the reliability issue of biological agents. We have developed a freeze-drying method for each microbe in the Regen product, which is gentler on the microbes, allowing more of them to be activated." He believes that taking measures to enhance microbial activity can improve soil health and have a positive impact on the ultimate profitability of agricultural operations.