Windfall Bio announced strong results from a recent greenhouse trial with its methane-derived organic fertilizer product. Designed to meet the growing demand for high-performance, environmentally responsible agricultural inputs, Windfall Bio's Foundation fertilizer demonstrated superior nitrogen availability and uptake when compared to animal-derived products such as blood and bone meal and performed on par with premium plant-based amino acid fertilizers, such as soybean hydrolysate.
The trial, conducted at Ag Metrics Group, the premier agricultural consulting and research firm in San Luis Obispo, California, focused on leafy green crops such as lettuce and validated the product's effectiveness as a reliable nitrogen source. The product's value was also reinforced as a safer, more sustainable alternative to conventional organic fertilizers.
Using a proprietary process, Windfall Bio's methane-eating microbes (mems) eat methane, a greenhouse gas with 86 times the global warming potential as CO2, creating stable microbial biomass high in nitrogen-rich amino acids. The recent trial proves that biomass makes a great slow-release organic fertilizer that minimizes runoff and leaching while actively reducing agriculture's climate impact. This closed-loop system not only improves fertilizer efficiency and groundwater protection but also offers a scalable solution for sustainable farming across the supply chain.
"This trial validates our belief that growers no longer have to choose between high performance and environmental responsibility," said Josh Silverman, CEO of Windfall Bio. "We're building a new standard for organic fertilizer — one that's safer, cleaner, and better for both the soil and the climate. Our product delivers the consistency and operational efficiency that today's growers and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) supply chains are demanding. This isn't just a technical win—it's a signal that the market is ready for a new generation of smart and effective agricultural inputs."
Following the success of the greenhouse trial, Windfall Bio is preparing to launch field trials this season across multiple crop types to gather further data on performance and nutrient mineralization. The company is also deepening engagement with potential partners, including growers, fertilizer distributors, sustainability-focused CPGs, and retailers, as part of its mission to build a more sustainable agricultural system.
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