Sacheon Microbial Fermentation Foundation Signs Technology Transfer Agreement for Starfish Liquid Fertilizer Probiotic

Technology Transfer of Bacillus velezensis SCB88 Strain

The Sacheon Microbial Fermentation Foundation in South Gyeongsang Province announced on the 21st that it has signed a technology transfer agreement with KCFNC Co., Ltd. (located in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province) for the "Bacillus velezensis SCB88 strain used in starfish liquid fertilizer probiotics."

Photo of the contract signing for technology transfer of Bacillus velezensis SCB88 strain for starfish liquid fertilizer by the Sacheon Microbial Fermentation Foundation.

The Bacillus velezensis SCB88 strain, an indigenous microorganism independently developed by the foundation in Sacheon, has demonstrated explosive proliferation within 48 hours compared to general microorganisms, improved compost maturity, reduced odor, and increased fertilizer components (available nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K)). As a result, it is considered to have high potential for use in eco-friendly liquid fertilizers and probiotic products.

Meanwhile, existing starfish liquid fertilizers have been limited in use due to issues such as insufficient composting and odor. However, the inoculation of the SCB88 strain has shown improvements in compost maturity and fertilizer content, drawing attention as a technological turning point for product commercialization.

A foundation official stated, "Based on the SCB88 strain, we will establish a circular economy model that transforms discarded marine organisms into eco-friendly resources and introduce high-performance liquid fertilizers and probiotics that provide tangible benefits to local farmers."

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