At Econatur, we firmly believe that the key to improving the health of the end consumer starts in the field. Our sustainable, chemical-free agricultural inputs are designed not only to protect the environment and increase crop efficiency, but also to ensure that the food we eat is healthier, more natural and nutritious.

In recent years, the impact of conventional agriculture on health has raised concerns. The indiscriminate use of synthetic chemicals such as pesticides and fertilisers can leave residues in food, posing risks to both consumers and the environment. In fact, WHO reports indicate that more than 600 million people fall ill each year from eating contaminated food.

This is where sustainable agriculture becomes a key solution. This approach, based on the use of clean and ecosystem-friendly technologies, not only preserves soil fertility and biodiversity, but also reduces the risks associated with chemical residues in food.

Our philosophy: From field to fork with transparency

At Econatur, we work with a clear philosophy: produce more with less, taking care of the planet and people. Our products are the result of a deep respect for nature and years of research in agricultural biotechnology. We use plant extracts and natural microorganisms, designed to optimise crops in an effective, ecological and sustainable way, without resorting to chemical synthesis.
This has a direct impact on the health of the end consumer, because:

• 1. We eliminate chemical residues from food: By avoiding the use of conventional chemical inputs, crops treated with our products are free of harmful residues, providing cleaner and safer food.
• 2. We enhance nutritional value: Our biostimulants and natural fertilisers not only promote crop growth, but also boost the nutrients contained in crops, such as vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
• 3. We promote agricultural biodiversity: By caring for soils and respecting natural cycles, we encourage the production of richer, more balanced food, with authentic flavours that benefit both the palate and the body.

Impact on consumer health
Numerous studies have shown that sustainably produced food is not only safer, but also more nutritious. For example:

• Higher concentration of antioxidants: Crops treated with sustainable techniques tend to have higher levels of natural antioxidants, which are key to fighting oxidative stress in the body and preventing diseases such as cancer or cardiovascular disease.
• Reduction of toxic residues: The absence of synthetic pesticides in food helps to reduce the risks associated with chronic exposure to chemicals.
• Improved micronutrient balance: By respecting natural soil cycles and promoting the use of biofertilisers, the absorption of essential minerals such as iron, zinc and magnesium, essential for human health, is improved.

Our commitment to health and sustainability goes beyond agricultural inputs. At Econatur we promote regenerative and respectful agriculture, which benefits both producers and consumers. Each of our products is designed to meet the highest quality standards, because we know that the impact of what we do does not end in the field; it reaches the tables of millions of people.

Our technology allows us to:

• Reduce the use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides without compromising yields.
• Protect natural resources, such as water and soil, ensuring their conservation for future generations.
• Increase food safety by promoting contaminant-free food.

The world faces a huge challenge: to feed a growing population without compromising the health of the planet or people. At Econatur, we are convinced that the solution lies in combining technology with respect for nature. We believe in an agriculture that cares for the soil, the crops and, ultimately, the health of those who consume the food.

Because when we work from the field to reduce environmental impact and increase nutritional quality, we are taking care of everyone’s future.

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Disease triangle

The evolution in time and space of plant diseases can be explained by the interaction between environmental variables and other variables related to the pathogen and the crop itself (host). Environmental conditions not conducive to disease development may prevent epiphytotic development even in the presence of a virulent pathogen and a susceptible host. Conversely, the same virulent strain of a pathogen may trigger a disease with varying severity depending on the resistance of a given crop, more or less genetically improved, and the environmental conditions prevailing. These environmental conditions are closely linked to meteorological variables (e.g. temperature, relative humidity, rainfall), but the farmer’s actions on the crop are also integrated into this group. Therefore, the agronomic management of the crop will influence the evolution of the disease.

Agronomic management of diseases

Fertilisation programmes, irrigation strategy, crop planting frame and pruning system are some of the variables that are integrated in the group of variables
pruning system are some of the variables that are integrated in the group of environmental variables influenced by the farmer
environmental variables influenced by the farmer. Consideration of all of them will reduce the risk of disease development, but in many
of disease development, but in many cases it is necessary to apply agricultural inputs designed to address the
agricultural inputs designed to cope with diseases and reduce the damage caused below an economic threshold
below an economic threshold. Human health and respect for the environment encourage the design and development of residue-free products
and development of residue-free products that optimise the quality of the harvest, but farms must necessarily maintain
farms must necessarily maintain their economic viability and enhance the quality of life on the farm
enhance the quality of life in the rural environment through effective fungicides, nematicides or bactericides
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New era of products: Biocontrol range

New products for sustainable disease control are characterised by a holistic approach, based on the synergy of their components. The final efficacy of the resulting product cannot be explained through the individual action of one of its components.

In this way, the active ingredients are used on the basis of a thorough knowledge of them and the result of their mixture, seeking complementary actions that optimise and enhance the results. Therefore, the new approach to biocontrol products is not based exclusively on their biocidal capacity. The activation of plant defence mechanisms, through a multitude of pathways and with different final results, is a very important part involved. The physiological improvement of the plant, through antioxidant formulations, is another way to enable the plant to cope with external biotic attacks.

In this way, tools of low toxicological load and natural origin are obtained that can be integrated into a calendar of agronomic actions without limiting crop production and, above all, increasing thequality of the harvest .

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