Biome Makers Builds on Top the World's Largest Database of Microbes

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 23, 2023

BeCrop technology, which leads the largest global taxonomic database, has expanded further to include 14 million taxonomic references of microorganisms. This growth, which has doubled in less than one year, is a result of the vast number of samples collected and analyzed worldwide, according to principals at Biome Makers.

BeCrop is unrivaled in its field, thanks to its extensive global collection and analysis of samples from more than 170 different types of crops from around the world, far surpassing the capabilities of other companies in DNA sequencing and biological soil analysis.

“Expanding our database is a significant transformation for the agricultural community to understand and improve soil health,” says co-founder and CSO, Alberto Acedo. “By providing the industry with access to intelligence about the soil microbiome, we are empowering them to make new discoveries and develop innovative solutions for restoring and maintaining soil health in agriculture.”

The BeCrop technology has significantly expanded the scope and depth of soil intelligence available to the industry exploring soil health and biology. With the ability to identify a diverse range of microbial populations in soil samples, the database serves as a valuable resource for understanding the dynamics of the soil microbiome and its role as a bioindicator. BeCrop examines and tracks which microorganisms are found in soil samples and what functions they provide. Understanding soil biology is crucial to ensure that soil is functional and healthy, and food is abundant and accessible to communities.

By partnering with researchers in the field, Biome Makers can further expand microbe discovery and gain new insights into the functions and health of agricultural soils. With this knowledge, new strategies can be developed to restore and maintain soil health, benefiting farmers and the environment. Researchers interested in soil health and biology are encouraged to reach out to Biome Makers to explore potential collaborations and discover the full potential of the BeCrop technology.