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A Turkish Biotechnology Company is looking for partners for their Eurostars project about the Innovative Biostimulant Production by Utilizing Agricultural Wastes

Summary

Closed for EoI
Profile Type
  • Research & Development Request
POD Reference
RDRTR20250212018
Term of Validity
12 February 2025 - 12 February 2026
Company's Country
  • Turkey
Type of partnership
  • Research and development cooperation agreement
Targeted Countries
  • Netherlands
  • France
  • Belgium
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Austria
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General information

Short Summary
The company develops deep-tech solutions for sustainable agriculture by utilizing agricultural waste. Our project focuses on producing an innovative biostimulant that enhances plant resilience against environmental stresses such as drought while supporting sustainable farming practices. Within the scope of Eurostars, we are looking for partners with whom we can collaborate in drone-based field applications, regulation and commercialization processes.
Full Description
The company develops deep-tech solutions for sustainable agriculture by utilizing agricultural waste through advanced biotechnological methods. Designed in line with circular economy principles, our innovative biostimulant formulation aims to enhance plant resilience against one of the most significant threats to agriculture—drought—while promoting sustainable farming practices.

Within the scope of our project, controlled release technology is employed to optimize the biostimulant formulation, introducing a novel approach to reducing traditional fertilizer dependency. This technology is designed for integration into precision agriculture practices and will be supported by drone-based field applications, ensuring efficient distribution and effective use of biostimulants.

As part of the Eurostars program, we are seeking partners for collaboration in drone-based field testing, regulatory processes, and commercialization. Specifically, we aim to partner with experts in the following fields:

• Drone technology and precision agriculture solutions: Companies that develop solutions to enable the efficient and targeted application of biostimulants.
• Commercialization and distribution partners: Industrial partners who can facilitate the large-scale adoption and distribution of the product.

This project offers a unique and innovative approach, combining sustainability, precision agriculture, and deep technology in the agri-food sector. In the long term, we aim to contribute to reducing the carbon footprint in agriculture, improving water efficiency, and increasing crop productivity.
We are open to collaborating with innovative and sustainable agriculture technology developers to form a strong consortium for our Eurostars application.
Advantages and Innovations
The controlled release biostimulant developed by the company is designed based on deep technology and circular economy principles to enhance sustainability in agricultural production and increase plant resilience against environmental stresses. This project integrates biotechnology and precision agriculture applications, offering an effective solution to challenging agricultural conditions such as drought.

Technological Innovation:
• Controlled release system: Enhances the long-term absorption and effectiveness of the biostimulant by plants.
• Drone-based precision agriculture integration: Ensures targeted and efficient application, improving usage efficiency.
• Reduction of traditional fertilizer use: Supports plant growth with natural components, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.

Environmental Benefits:
• Circular economy principles: Utilizes agricultural waste through biotechnology, improving waste management and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
• Soil and water conservation: Helps prevent soil and water pollution by reducing chemical fertilizer usage
• Low carbon footprint: The biobased formulation has a lower environmental impact compared to conventional agricultural inputs.
• Reduction of agricultural water footprint: The controlled release system enables plants to grow more efficiently with less water, optimizing agricultural water consumption and supporting the sustainable use of water resources.

Economic and Sectoral Impact:
• Cost-effective solution for agricultural producers: Requires fewer inputs, reducing costs in the long term.
• Enhances drought resistance and supports yield: Contributes to the development of more resilient and sustainable agricultural systems.
• Growth potential through scientific and industrial collaborations: Strong R&D infrastructure ensures compliance with regulatory processes and expansion into the European market.
Technical Specification or Expertise Sought
As part of the Eurostars program, the company is seeking a SME partner to jointly develop, test, and commercialize a controlled release biostimulant designed for sustainable agriculture. This two-partner collaboration will focus on field application optimization, regulatory approval, and market expansion to ensure the successful implementation of the technology in real agricultural settings.

Role of the company (Our Contribution):

• Biostimulant Development & Formulation: Expertise in biotechnological processing of agricultural waste and development of controlled release biostimulants.
• Controlled Release Technology: Optimization of formulation stability, bioavailability, and efficiency for improved plant stress resistance.
• Laboratory and Initial Validation: Conducting lab-scale testing to assess efficacy before large-scale field trials.

Expected Role of the Partner (SME Contribution):

• Expertise in agricultural drone technology or precision farming to optimize the application and distribution of the biostimulant.
• Conducting field trials to validate product performance in different environmental conditions.
• Providing data-driven analysis to evaluate biostimulant impact on plant growth, yield, and water efficiency.
• Experience in EU regulatory processes for biostimulants and agricultural inputs.
• Collaborating in go-to-market strategies, scaling production, and reaching end-users (farmers, cooperatives, agri-businesses).

Collaboration Goals & Expected Impact:
• Optimize biostimulant application through precision agriculture techniques.
• Achieve regulatory compliance and fast-track commercialization in EU markets.
• Expand the market reach and integrate the biostimulant into sustainable farming solutions.
• Combine biotechnology and smart agriculture expertise for a scalable, high-impact product.
Stage of Development
  • Under development
Sustainable Development Goals
  • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • Goal 2: Zero Hunger
IPR status
  • IPR granted
IPR notes
National Patent application and PCT international application have been filed, and the process is ongoing.

Partner Sought

Expected Role of a Partner
As part of the Eurostars program, the company is seeking a SME partner to jointly develop, test, and commercialize a controlled release biostimulant designed for sustainable agriculture. This two-partner collaboration will focus on field application optimization, regulatory approval, and market expansion to ensure the successful implementation of the technology in real agricultural settings.

Role of the company (Our Contribution):

• Biostimulant Development & Formulation: Expertise in biotechnological processing of agricultural waste and development of controlled release biostimulants.
• Controlled Release Technology: Optimization of formulation stability, bioavailability, and efficiency for improved plant stress resistance.
• Laboratory and Initial Validation: Conducting lab-scale testing to assess efficacy before large-scale field trials.

Expected Role of the Partner (SME Contribution):

• Expertise in agricultural drone technology or precision farming to optimize the application and distribution of the biostimulant.
• Conducting field trials to validate product performance in different environmental conditions.
• Providing data-driven analysis to evaluate biostimulant impact on plant growth, yield, and water efficiency.
• Experience in EU regulatory processes for biostimulants and agricultural inputs.
• Collaborating in go-to-market strategies, scaling production, and reaching end-users (farmers, cooperatives, agri-businesses).

Collaboration Goals & Expected Impact:
• Optimize biostimulant application through precision agriculture techniques.
• Achieve regulatory compliance and fast-track commercialization in EU markets.
• Expand the market reach and integrate the biostimulant into sustainable farming solutions.
• Combine biotechnology and smart agriculture expertise for a scalable, high-impact product.
Type and Size of Partner
  • SME 50 - 249
  • SME <=10
  • SME 11-49
Type of partnership
  • Research and development cooperation agreement

Call details

Framework program
  • Eureka
Call title and identifier
https://eurekanetwork.org/programmes/eurostars/
(Eurostars 3 program)
Submission and evaluation scheme
One stage and the deadline is March 2025 (https://eurekanetwork.org/programmes/eurostars/)
Anticipated project budget
1000K Euro
Coordinator required
No
Deadline for EoI
Deadline of the call
Project duration in weeks
144
Web link to the call
https://eurekanetwork.org/programmes/eurostars/
Project title and acronym
Innovative Biostimulant Production by Utilizing Agricultural Wastes-InnoBaste

Dissemination

Technology keywords
  • 07001010 - Micro- and Nanotechnology related to agriculture
  • 07001003 - Biocontrol
Market keywords
  • 09005 - Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Animal Husbandry & Related Products
Sector Groups Involved
  • Agri-Food
Targeted countries
  • Netherlands
  • France
  • Belgium
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Austria