Sustainable Plant Nutrition: How Arginine-Based Fertilizers Transform Farming and Forestry
- BeyondForest
- Aug 19
- 4 min read
Updated: Aug 20
1.)Reducing Nitrogen Waste in Farming 2.)Improving Root Growth Naturally with Amino Acids 3.)Biostimulants in Agriculture: The Future of Plant Nutrition 4.)Benefits of Arginine for Plants 5.)Organic vs Synthetic Fertilizers: Which is Better for Sustainable Farming? 6.)How to Reduce Fertilizer Runoff & Nitrogen Footprint 7.)Sustainable Fertilizer Solutions for Nurseries, Horticulture & Greenhouses
We always have the farmers in mind when developing new products." – Niklas Åström, CEO of Arevo
Image of 500,000 seedlings treated with Arevo.
Sustainable fertilizer solutions matter today because agriculture faces the dual challenge of feeding a growing population while protecting the environment. Traditional synthetic fertilizers, though effective, often lead to nitrogen waste, soil degradation, and water pollution through runoff.
Arginine fertilizer is plant food made from an amino acid called arginine.Normally, when farmers give plants fertilizer, a lot of the food (nitrogen) gets lost in the air or water before the plant can eat it. That’s like giving you a plate of food, but half of it falls on the floor. Wasteful, right?
This not only harms ecosystems but also increases farming costs due to inefficient nutrient use. Sustainable fertilizers, such as organic and amino acid–based options, improve nutrient efficiency, enhance soil health, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They support healthier root growth, boost plant resilience to stress, and minimize environmental impact.
Arginine works differently. It holds the nitrogen tightly and delivers it slowly, so the plant gets to “eat” more of it without waste.
Reducing Nitrogen Waste in Farming
Reducing nitrogen waste in farming is one of the most pressing challenges for modern agriculture, and this is exactly where Arevo’s solutions stand out. Conventional synthetic fertilizers often deliver nitrogen in forms that plants cannot fully absorb, leading to significant losses through leaching, volatilization, and runoff. This not only wastes resources but also pollutes waterways and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
Arevo addresses this problem by offering arginine-based nitrogen fertilizers, a natural and organic source of nutrition that plants can efficiently utilize. Arginine, an amino acid, serves as an effective nitrogen carrier because it releases nutrients in a controlled and bioavailable way, ensuring plants absorb more of what is applied. This leads to healthier growth with less nitrogen loss to the environment.
By focusing on precision plant nutrition, Arevo helps farmers reduce input costs while maintaining high yields. Beyond efficiency, arginine-based fertilizers also enhance root development and increase plant stress tolerance, making crops more resilient under challenging conditions.
Improving root growth naturally with amino acids gives plants a stronger foundation for healthier development. Amino acids, like arginine, act as natural biostimulants that stimulate root cell division and elongation.
A Brazilian soybean grower at one of 60+ field trial sites on 10 countries on 3 continents, where Arevo solutions are helping crops thrive from the ground up.
This results in deeper, more branched root systems capable of absorbing water and nutrients more efficiently. Strong roots also help plants anchor better in the soil and improve tolerance to stress conditions such as drought or nutrient deficiencies. Unlike synthetic chemicals, amino acid–based fertilizers work in harmony with the plant’s metabolism, supporting natural growth processes. By enhancing root development naturally, farmers achieve healthier, more resilient crops with reduced input costs.
While traditional nitrogen fertilizers rely on nitrate or ammonium, often resulting in:
🔁 Multiple field applications
💸 High input costs
🌊 Nitrogen leaching and runoff
Arevo takes a smarter route:
🧬 Uses arginine – an organic amino acid compound that sticks to the soil
🌱 Applied directly to the seed
✅ +8% plant quality (NDVI)
✅ ~0 nitrogen leaching
✅ No disruption of natural nitrogen fixation in soy
Biostimulants in agriculture are innovative solutions designed to enhance plant growth, resilience, and productivity without replacing traditional fertilizers. They include substances like amino acids, seaweed extracts, and beneficial microbes that stimulate natural plant processes. Unlike conventional fertilizers that simply supply nutrients, biostimulants improve nutrient uptake, boost root development, and strengthen plants against stress from drought, heat, or pests.
✅ Efficient nitrogen source – arginine stores and delivers nitrogen in a form plants can easily use.
✅ Improves root development – stimulates stronger, deeper, and more branched root systems.
✅ Boosts stress tolerance – helps plants handle drought, salinity, and temperature extremes.
✅ Enhances nutrient uptake – makes roots more effective in absorbing minerals and water.
✅ Supports faster recovery – strengthens plants after transplanting or environmental stress.
✅ Increases biomass & yield – promotes healthy, vigorous growth above and below ground.
✅ Eco-friendly – reduces nitrogen losses and minimizes fertilizer runoff into soil and water.
✅ Stimulates natural metabolism – activates plant enzymes and growth processes naturally
Organic vs Synthetic Fertilizers: Which is Better for Sustainable Farming?
Organic vs synthetic fertilizers is a key debate in sustainable farming. Synthetic fertilizers provide quick nutrients but often cause nitrogen loss, soil degradation, and water pollution. They can boost yields fast but may harm long-term soil health. Organic fertilizers, on the other hand, release nutrients slowly, improve soil structure, and support beneficial microbes, making them more eco-friendly. While they may act slower, they build lasting fertility and resilience. The best approach for sustainable farming is often a balanced use of organics and innovative bio-based solutions like amino acid or arginine fertilizers, which combine efficiency with environmental responsibility.
How to Reduce Fertilizer Runoff & Nitrogen Footprint
educing fertilizer runoff and nitrogen footprint is vital for protecting water sources and improving farm efficiency. Runoff occurs when excess nitrogen washes into rivers and lakes, causing pollution and wasted inputs.
Farmers can lower this risk by adopting precision plant nutrition, applying fertilizers at the right time and in the right amounts. Using slow-release or amino acid–based fertilizers, such as arginine, ensures better nutrient uptake with less loss. Cover crops, buffer strips, and improved irrigation also help reduce leaching.
Sustainable fertilizer solutions for nurseries, horticulture, and greenhouses focus on delivering nutrients efficiently while protecting delicate growing environments. Young seedlings and high-value crops require balanced nutrition that supports strong root systems and healthy growth without risking nutrient leaching or soil degradation.
Innovative options like amino acid–based and arginine fertilizers provide readily available nitrogen in a controlled way, ensuring plants absorb more of what is applied. This improves resilience, reduces waste, and minimizes environmental impact inside controlled systems like greenhouses.
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