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Verde Agritech receives Brazilian patent

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Sep 16, 2025 · 16:48 NPK · 0.46 Verde Agritech Ltd
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Executive Summary

  • Verde Agritech’s subsidiary, Verde Fertilizantes Ltda., received Brazilian Patent No. BR 10 2021 015788 7 for a novel fertilizer production process that combines glauconitic siltstone with beneficial microorganisms.
  • The patented process eliminates the drying stage, cuts production costs, and preserves microbial viability for up to 180 days, enabling nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilisation, biocontrol and growth‑promotion functions in the final product.
  • The grant expands Verde’s IP portfolio (now five Brazilian patents with three pending) and positions the company at the forefront of sustainable fertilizer technology, supporting its growth strategy in the global market.

Key Details

  • Patent Information: Brazilian Patent No. BR 10 2021 015788 7 granted by INPI (National Institute of Industrial Property).
  • Process Description: Industrial spraying technique that mixes powdered/glauconitic siltstone with a consortium of bacteria and fungi to produce powdered, granulated or micro‑granulated mineral fertilizers enriched with biological additives.
  • Technical Advantages:
  • Eliminates traditional drying stage → lower production costs.
  • Maintains microbial viability for up to 180 days.
  • Supports multiple agronomic functions: nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilisation, biocontrol, and plant growth promotion.
  • Product Forms: Powdered, granulated, micro‑granulated fertilizers.
  • Strategic Impact: Strengthens Verde’s IP portfolio, creates a differentiated sustainable fertilizer offering, and enables capture of growing demand for biologically‑enhanced agricultural inputs.
  • Current Patent Portfolio: Five patents granted in Brazil; three additional patent applications pending.

Notable Quotes

“Fertilizers remain the most important technology for boosting agricultural productivity… this patent represents a breakthrough by applying diverse micro‑organisms with glauconitic siltstone to improve soil and plant health, enhance agricultural productivity, and reduce chemical inputs, all while being cost‑effective.” – Cristiano Veloso, CEO & Founder, Verde Agritech Ltd.

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