Plasma technology for sustainable agriculture
Plasma technology offers a promising solution for sustainable agriculture. By combining air and electricity, plasma is generated, enabling applications such as crop protection, fertilizer enhancement, and barn air purification.
Context of Use Case 2
From plasma technology to sustainable food production
The Plasma4Agrifood project focuses on four applications:
Crop protection using Plasma-Activated Water (PAW) to combat pathogens.
Nitrogen fixation from air for sustainable fertilizer production.
Manure enhancement with plasma-activated air to reduce ammonia emissions.
Barn air purification with PAW to reduce odors and pathogens.
"Plasma technology enables sustainable crop protection and fertilizer enhancement without the use of chemical agents."
Impact on the ecosystem and the agricultural sector
Innovation for cleaner and more efficient agriculture
This project contributes to the sustainability of the agrifood sector by:
Reducing the use of chemical crop protection products
Using fertilizers more efficiently
Improving air quality in livestock housing
Increasing crop yields through healthier soils
Deliverables Use Case 2
Effective use of plasma for improved agricultural outcomes
Validation of PAW for crop protection
Development of nitrogen fixation technology for fertilizers
Manure enhancement technique to reduce ammonia emissions
Barn air purification technology using PAW
Added Value for Human Capital
The application of plasma technology requires new expertise.
The project promotes knowledge development on plasma technology through:
Training sessions for farmers and technology providers on the application of PAW and nitrogen fixation
Insights into sustainable crop protection without chemical agents
Collaboration between farmers, research institutes, and technology companies to develop innovative applications
Development of practical expertise in the use of plasma technology for crop care, fertilizer enhancement, and air purification
Contact us
Interested in our work in the Agrifood domain? Domain lead Suzanne Verboon will be happy to catch you up.