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A Practical Guide to Biofertilizers for Florida Growers

Jehangir Bhadha, , , Suraj Melkani, , , Julien Beuzelin, and


Release Date: 11/5/2026

DOI: 10.32473/EDIS-AG506-2026

Agriculture

Abstract

There has been a keen interest in the field of row-crop production for growers to use biofertilizers as an alternative to conventional inorganic options. This publication introduces the subject and provides end-users with the information needed to make their own decision on whether to use biofertilizers in their farming program. This publication is intended for growers, crop consultants, Extension agents, and researchers alike who may be interested in the topic of biofertilizers and their application.

About this Publication

This document is SS-AGR-509, a publication of the Department of Agronomy, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date November 2026. Visit the Ask IFAS website at https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication. © 2026 UF/IFAS. This publication is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

Authors

Jehangir Bhadha
Jehangir Bhadha
Specialist
University of Florida

associate professor, soil, water, and nutrient management, Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center, Belle Glade, FL

Md Shakil Uddin
Md Shakil Uddin

graduate research assistant, Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center

Hamed Arfania
Hamed Arfania

postdoctoral associate, UF/IFAS EREC

Suraj Melkani
Suraj Melkani
student
University of Florida

graduate assistant, Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center, Belle Glade, FL

Md Anik Mahmud
Md Anik Mahmud

Ph.D. student, Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, UF/IFAS EREC

Berson Valcin
Berson Valcin

Ph.D. student, Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences, UF/IFAS EREC

Julien Beuzelin
Julien Beuzelin
Specialist
University of Florida

associate professor, integrated pest management, Department of Entomology and Nematology, UF/IFAS Everglades Research and Education Center

Flavia dos Santos
Flavia dos Santos

postdoctoral fellow, University of Florida, and soil fertility researcher, EMBRAPA Milho e Sorgo, Brazil

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Peer Reviewed

Disclaimers

The use of trade names in this publication is solely for the purpose of providing specific information. UF/IFAS does not guarantee or warranty the products named, and references to them in this publication do not signify our approval to the exclusion of other products of suitable composition.

All chemicals should be used in accordance with directions on the manufacturer's label.