Turbocrop: Field crop plant establishment biostimulant

Specialized biostimulant for root development and vegetative growth on field crops

Turbocrop is a specialized biostimulant product designed to enhance the development of roots and promote vegetative growth in crops. It is specifically formulated to improve plants' ability to withstand and cope with abiotic stress factors, such as extreme temperatures, drought, or nutrient deficiencies.

This technology is validated.

9•9

Scaling readiness: idea maturity 9/9; level of use 9/9

460 Kg/ha

Yield increase

170 USD/ha

Benefit on maize in South Africa

IP

Patent granted

Problem

Soil Nutritional Imbalance: Nutrient imbalances in the soil constrain crop growth and establishment.
Limited Root and Plant Development: Nutritional constraints limit root development and vegetative growth, affecting crop establishment and performance.
Low Nutrient-Use Efficiency: Poor root development limits the plant’s ability to efficiently use available nutrients.
Reduced Crop Yields: Limited plant development and nutrient-use efficiency ultimately constrain crop yields and commercial production.

Solution

Specialized Crop Nutrition: TurboCrop combines macro- and micronutrients with amino acids and plant growth hormones to support crop establishment and growth.
Enhanced Root and Vegetative Development: Auxins stimulate root development, while the formulation promotes root hair formation, stem elongation and leaf formation.
Improved Nutrient Utilization: Stronger root development helps optimize nutrient utilization and supports plant growth.
Increased Crop Productivity: Improved root and vegetative growth contributes to higher crop yields, with an average yield increase of 460 kg/ha measured in maize in South Africa.

Key points to design your business plan

For Manufacturers

Producing Turbocrop technology offers a transformative solution addressing the pressing need for enhanced crop yields, nutrient absorption, and sustainable agricultural practices.

The technology is protected under a license. It's vital to collaborate with the technology provider to secure the required license.

To ensure streamlined production of the input, it's critical to locate reliable suppliers for raw materials.

Your potential customer base comprises wholesale distributors supplying inputs to retailers, along with development projects, government agencies, and NGOs.

Forming strong partnerships with wholesale distributor networks is essential for the prosperity of your business.

For Users

Using this technology offers a safer and more environmentally sustainable alternative to traditional farming practices, minimizing reliance on chemical inputs and promoting ecosystem health.

Given its availability in South Africa, it's essential to factor in delivery expenses and possible import duties.

Regarding cost estimation, the technology is priced at 10-20 USD per ha.

To maximize outcomes, it is advisable to engage in partnerships with agricultural development institutes, fertilizer suppliers, and agricultural service companies for assistance and distribution.

Adults 18 and over: Positive high

The poor: Positive high

Under 18: No impact

Women: Positive high

Climate adaptability: Highly adaptable

Farmer climate change readiness: Significant improvement

Biodiversity: Positive impact on biodiversity

Carbon footprint: A bit less carbon released

Environmental health: Moderately improves environmental health

Water use: Same amount of water used

Soil quality: Not yet estimated

Scaling Readiness describes how complete a technology's development is and its ability to be scaled. It produces a score that measures a technology's readiness along two axes: the level of maturity of the idea itself, and the level to which the technology has been used so far.

Each axis goes from 0 to 9 where 9 is the “ready-to-scale” status. For each technology profile in the e-catalogs we have documented the scaling readiness status from evidence given by the technology providers. The e-catalogs only showcase technologies for which the scaling readiness score is at least 8 for maturity of the idea and 7 for the level of use.

The graph below represents visually the scaling readiness status for this technology, you can see the label of each level by hovering your mouse cursor on the number.

Scaling readiness score of this technology

Maturity of the idea 9 out of 9

Uncontrolled environment: validated

Level of use 9 out of 9

Common use by intended users, in the real world

Maturity of the idea										Level of use
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9

Countries with a green colour: Tested & adopted
Countries with a bright green colour: Adopted
Countries with a yellow colour: Tested
Countries with a blue colour: Testing ongoing

Countries where the technology is being tested or has been tested and adopted
Country	Testing ongoing	Tested	Adopted
South Africa	–No ongoing testing	Tested	Adopted
Zambia	–No ongoing testing	Tested	Adopted

This technology can be used in the colored agro-ecological zones. Any zones shown in white are not suitable for this technology.

Agro-ecological zones where this technology can be used
AEZ	Subtropic - warm	Subtropic - cool	Tropic - warm	Tropic - cool
Arid
Semiarid		–		–
Subhumid	–	–	–	–
Humid	–	–	–	–

Source: HarvestChoice/IFPRI 2009

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that are applicable to this technology.

Goal 2: zero hunger

Goal 3: good health and well-being

Goal 12: responsible production and consumption

Goal 13: climate action

Goal 15: life on land

Preparation:
- Ensure that Turbocrop is in its liquid form.
- Measure the required quantity for application, recommended at 2-3 L/ha.
Tank Mix:
- Turbocrop can be easily associated with other products in a tank mix.
- This versatility allows for customization based on specific crop and ecological needs.
Application:
- Apply Turbocrop using any type of aerial sprayer.
- Ensure even coverage on the aerial parts of the plant.
Optimal Timing:
- For best results, apply Turbocrop between growth stages V4 to V6.
- This specific timing enhances the effectiveness of the product.
Dosage:
- Adhere to the recommended dosage of 2-3 L/ha for a single application.
- This ensures the right amount for optimal results.
Complementary Benefits:
- Utilize Turbocrop as a complementary solution for both crop protection and fertilization.
- Its proven results across a variety of crops and ecologies make it a reliable choice.
Yield Increase:
- Turbocrop is designed to consistently provide a yield increase.
- Expect quick returns on investment due to its efficiency.

Last updated on Sep 30, 2026

UPL
Florent Clair

Commodities

Wheat Maize Groundnut Common bean + 1 more

Sustainable Development Goals Details ›

public.components.sdgs.motre

Subcategory

Fertilizer

Value chain step

Production

Solution to

Low Productivity Soil Degradation

Tested/adopted in Details ›

Countries with a green colour: Tested & adopted
Countries with a bright green colour: Adopted
Countries with a yellow colour: Tested
Countries with a blue colour: Testing ongoing

Where it can be used Details ›

This technology can be used in the colored agro-ecological zones.

Target groups

Farmers