Nitrogen booster formulation and process for preparation of said formulation

Abstract

The present invention discloses a Nitrogen booster formulation and process of preparing the same for improvement of agricultural bodies such as plants, crops The process of preparing the Nitrogen booster formulation comprises steps of mixing organic waste with organic solution. The process further includes adding at least one of bacterial culture and fungal culture to the organic solution. The process is followed by allowing the mixed solution of the said organic solution and the at least one of the bacterial culture and the fungal culture for fermentation. The process is completed by adding an antimicrobial agent in a ratio of 0.1- 10% to the fermentation solution based on 100% volume of the said formulation. The process further includes adding apatite powder to make solid nitrogen booster product.

Description

NITROGEN BOOSTER FORMULATION AND PROCESS FOR PREPARATION OF SAID FORMULATIONFIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to Nitrogen booster formulation. More particularly, the present invention discloses a process for preparing Nitrogen booster formulation for the improvement of agricultural bodies such as crops.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Nitrogen is an essential macronutrient for plant growth and development. It plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, including photosynthesis, protein synthesis, and cell division. Adequate nitrogen supply is critical for optimal plant growth, yield, and quality.

[0003] Conventional nitrogen fertilizers, such as synthetic urea and ammonium nitrate, have been widely used in agriculture to supplement nitrogen in the soil.

[0004] However, these fertilizers have several drawbacks, including their contribution to environmental pollution, such as water contamination and eutrophication, due to leaching and runoff, harming soil health by altering microbial activity and reducing organic matter content.

[0005] In conventional agriculture, nitrogen is typically supplied in the form of synthetic fertilizers.

[0006] One such invention is disclosed in US patent 7468087, which discloses a fertilizer containing a sparingly water-soluble phosphatic fertilizer and a urea / aliphatic aldehyde condensation product.

[0007] However, fertilizer disclosed in patent 087’ when applied in large amounts, can lead to environmental problems such as water pollution and eutrophication.

[0008] In recent years, there has been a growing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional nitrogen fertilizers.

[0009] An alternative to synthetic fertilizers is organic fertilizers which are a more environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic fertilizers. Organic fertilizers, derived from natural sources such as plant and animal wastes, offer a more sustainable approach to nitrogen supplementation.

[0010] One such invention is disclosed in PCT publication number 2013109153, which discloses Bioorganic fertilizer, containing macro and micro-nutrients, vitamins, amino acids, and useful microflora.

[0011] However, organic fertilizers often contain lower levels of nitrogen than synthetic fertilizers. This can make it difficult to provide plants with enough nitrogen for optimal growth.

[0012] Therefore, there is a need for a nitrogen booster that can be added to organic fertilizers to increase their nitrogen content and promote plant growth. The nitrogen booster should be derived from a natural source, be compatible with organic fertilizers, and release nitrogen slowly over time.

[0013] Additionally, there is a need for innovative Nitrogen booster that could improve efficiency while minimizing their environmental impact.

[0014] In a nutshell, a nitrogen booster formulation and a process for preparing the same are required which may overcome the drawbacks discussed above and provide an efficient and cost- effective way to increase the nitrogen content and promote the growth of agricultural bodies such as crops.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0015] In an aspect of the present invention, a process for preparing a Nitrogen booster formulation for improvement of agricultural bodies such as crops is disclosed.

[0016] In the embodiment of the present invention, the said process comprises steps of mixing an organic waste in a solvent comprising water to prepare an organic solution, the said organic waste and water being mixed in a ratio of 0.1-2: 8-10.

[0017] More specifically, the organic waste is selected from the group consisting of agricultural waste, animal waste, and municipal waste.

[0018] Further, the said process comprises a step of adding at least one of bacterial culture and fungal culture to the organic solution followed by allowing the mixed solution of the said organic solution and the at least one of the bacterial culture and the fungal culture for fermentation.

[0019] More specifically, the fermentation is carried out for a pre-determined period.

[0020] Finally, the said process comprises the step of adding an antimicrobial agent comprising at least one Quaternary Ammonium Compound to the fermentation solution in a range of 0.1- 10% based on 100% volume of the said formulation.

[0021] More specifically, the antimicrobial agent is selected from at least one of organic Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alkyl Ammonium; Benzalkonium such as Dodecyl Dipropylene Triamine, Benzoyl Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium Chloride.

[0022] In the embodiment of the present invention, the said disinfectant formulation is applied on the targetted area by one of spray techniques, coating techniques, and dipping.DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The advantages and features of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0024] Fig. 1 illustrates a flowchart representing a process for preparing a Nitrogen booster formulation for improvement of agricultural bodies such as crops, according to various embodiments of the present invention;

[0025] Fig. 2 illustrates a table representing test results which shows the percentage of various elements specifically Nitrogen present in the said formulation, according to various embodiments of the present invention; and

[0026] Fig. 3 illustrates a schematic diagram representing the formation of the Nitrogen booster formulation or product for the improvement of plant growth, according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0027] Like numerals denote like elements throughout the figures.DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0028] The exemplary embodiments described herein detail for illustrative purposes are subjected to many variations. It should be emphasized, however, that the present invention is not limited to as disclosed.

[0029] It is understood that various omissions and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstances may suggest or render expedient, but these are intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the scope of the present invention.

[0030] Specifically, the following terms have the meanings indicated below.

[0031] The terms “a” and “an” herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced items.

[0032] The terms “having”, “comprising”, “including”, and variations thereof signify the presence of a component.

[0033] The inventive aspects of the invention along with various components and engineering involved will now be explained with reference to Figs. 1-3 herein.

[0034] In an aspect of the invention, a Nitrogen-booster formulation capable of improving growth of agricultural bodies such as plants is disclosed.

[0035] The formulation includes an aqueous solvent water as a base for the formulation.

[0036] The formulation further includes an organic waste that is mixed into the water in a predefined ratio to prepare an organic solution.

[0037] More specifically, the said organic waste and the solvent being mixed in a ratio of 1-2: 8-10 respectively.

[0038] Organic wastes may be any kind of waste such as fish waste, meat waste, bones, kitchen waste, sewage, plant parts, etc.

[0039] The formulation further has at least one of bacterial culture or fungal culture that is mixed into the organic solution to obtain a fermentation solution.

[0040] A bacterial or fungal culture is a method of multiplying microbial organisms by letting them reproduce in a predetermined culture medium under controlled laboratory conditions.

[0041] Further, the nitrogen booster formulation has an organic antimicrobial agent that is mixed into the said fermentation solution in a range of 0.1-10% by volume based upon 100% volume of the said formulation.

[0042] The antimicrobial agent is selected from non-toxic antimicrobial agents including but not to at least one of organic Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alkyl Ammonium; Benzalkonium such as Dodecyl Dipropylene Triamine, Benzoyl Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium Chloride.

[0043] The addition of antimicrobial agents in the fermentation solution enables the killing of the microorganisms from the final nitrogen booster formulation.

[0044] The concentration of the antimicrobial agent is well selected so that no excess antimicrobial agents may be left to harm soil microorganisms.

[0045] In another aspect of the present invention, a process for preparation of the nitrogen booster formulation is disclosed.

[0046] Referring to Fig. 1, at step (10), the process (50) involves a step of mixing organic waste in the solvent comprising water to prepare an organic solution.

[0047] More specifically, the said organic waste and water being mixed in a ratio of 1-2: 8-10, and preferably in the ratio of 1-8-10.

[0048] Further, at step (12), the process (50) involves mixing at least one of bacterial culture and fungal culture to the organic solution to obtain a fermentation solution.

[0049] In the embodiment of the present invention, the bacterial culture is selected from at least one of Bacillus Subtilis, Bacillus Licheniformis, and Lactobacillus Rhamnosus bacteria.

[0050] In one embodiment of the present invention, the bacterial culture is added with or without fermenting fungi including Mycorrhizal fungi.

[0051] The process (50) is followed by allowing the mixed solution of the said organic solution and the at least one of the bacterial culture and the fungal culture for fermentation at step (14).

[0052] In the embodiment of the present invention, the fermentation process is carried out for more than 5 days preferably from 7-14 days or more depending on waste materials to producesimple molecules such as amino acids from proteins, and other simple derivatives from carbohydrates, etc.

[0053] Again referring to Fig. 1, at step (16), the process (50) involves mixing the antimicrobial agent to the fermentation solution in a range of 0.1-10% by volume based upon 100% volume of the formulation produced.

[0054] In the embodiment of the present invention, before obtaining the final formulation, the said mixed formulation including the antimicrobial agent is kept for 1 h- 48 days to allow the antimicrobial agents to kill all microorganisms in the mixed formulation to avoid further fermentation, thereby eliminating the production of ammonia and other gasses.

[0055] More specifically, the addition of the antimicrobial agent enables the prevention of nitrogen from escaping from the formulation.

[0056] The antimicrobial agent is selected from organic antimicrobial agents including nut not to at least one of organic Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alkyl Ammonium; Benzalkonium such as Dodecyl Dipropylene Triamine, Benzoyl Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium Chloride.

[0057] In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the process (50) of the present invention is carried out in one or more reacting vessels or the like.

[0058] More specifically, the step of mixing two substances of the process (50) is carried out in a homogenizer or the like to prepare a uniform solution.

[0059] In various embodiments of the present invention, the nitrogen booster formulation may act as an organic fertilizer.

[0060] In yet another embodiment of the present invention, the organic nitrogen booster fertilizer of the present invention is added to apatite powder or any other solid compounds which is followed by allowing to adsorb molecules to develop high nitrogen solid fertilizer.

[0061] In a specific embodiment of the present invention, an example showing the best mode for preparation of the nitrogen booster formulation and nitrogen booster product is described in the below paragraph. The following example is illustrative of the present invention, however, it will be understood that the invention is not limited to the specific details set forth in the example.Example 1:

[0062] The example involves collecting 10 kg of organic waste such as fish waste, meat waste, bones, kitchen waste, sewage, plant parts, etc. Putting waste into a container and adding water with waste in waste to water ratio 1: 10. The solution is added with bacterial culture of 10 mL with Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis and Lactobacillus rhamnosus bacteria, together with Mycorrhizal fungi mixtures for fermentation. The resultant solution is allowed fermentation completion for 7 days to produce simple molecules such as amino acids from proteins, and other simple derivatives from carbohydrates, etc. Thereafter, the fermentation is added with the organic non-toxic antimicrobial Dodecyl Dipropylene Triamine, benzoyl alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride 5% by volume to kill all microorganisms in the fermented mixture / solution. After completing the fermentation process, allow 24 hours to let antimicrobial compounds kill all microorganisms in the mixture to complete high nitrogen liquid organic fertilizer as product 1. Adding this liquid fertilizer into 10 kg of apatite powder and allowing it to adsorb molecules of liquid fertilizer to develop high nitrogen solid fertilizers as product 2.

[0063] The nitrogen booster formulation as produced in the present invention is tested for determining a percent of various elements specifically Nitrogen present in the said formulation.

[0064] In an experimental analysis, 500 g of a sample of Nitrogen booster product is analyzed, and it found that 4% of Nitrogen is present in the product as illustrated in Table of Fig. 2.

[0065] The above-mentioned experimental analysis has been carried out by Bamber & Bruce Pvt. Ltd., Colombo, Srilanka.

[0066] Referring to Fig. 2, the parameters tested include pH, electrical conductivity, total nitrogen, total phosphates, potassium content, organic carbon, arsenic content, cadmium content, lead content, chromium content, and mercury content.

[0067] Referring to Fig. 2, the pH of the sample is 8.5, which is slightly alkaline. The electrical conductivity is 15.0 dS / m, which is moderate. The total phosphate content is 0.6%, which is low. The potassium content is 0.9%, which is low. The total N+P20s+K20 content is 5.5%, which is moderate. The organic carbon content is 5.4%, which is high.

[0068] Referring to Fig. 2, the arsenic content, cadmium content, lead content, chromium content, and mercury content are all below the limit of detection (LOD).

[0069] Therefore, as can be seen from the results, the nitrogen booster formulation includes a high nitrogen percentage of over 4%, thereby allowing the formulation to be capable of improving plant growth.

[0070] Adding non-toxic antimicrobial compounds either natural or synthetic at the end of the fermentation process to kill all microorganisms of the fermented mixture to avoid further fermentation to produce ammonia and other gasses.

[0071] In yet another embodiment of the present invention, the nitrogen booster formulation as produced may be used with the available fertilizers.

[0072] The nitrogen booster formulation is tested in the laboratory (Bamber & Bruce Pvt. Ltd., Colombo, Srilanka) for detecting the presence of microbes in the said formulation.

[0073] In the experimental analysis, 500 g of Nitrogen booster product was tested and detected no presence of the microbes as shown in Table- 1 below:Table- 1

[0074] In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the schematic diagram of the preparation and application of the Nitrogen Booster Formulation is explained in Figure 3.

[0075] Referring to Fig. 3, the Nitrogen Booster Formulation may be applied to the soil directly or diluted in water and used as a spray.

[0076] Again referring to Fig. 3, the Nitrogen booster formulation is added with the nanoparticles to manufacture nano-fertilizers with the sustainable release of nitrogen to the soil. These Nanoparticles of Nitrogen booster are directly added to the soil, which leads to increase in the quantity of Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K).

[0077] These Nitrogen booster nanoparticles are tiny particles that have unique properties that may make them more effective at delivering nutrients to plants.ADVANTAGEOUS EFFECT OF THE INVENTION

[0078] In the embodiment of the present invention, the Nitrogen Booster Formulation / fertilizer of the present invention is environmentally friendly, fully organic, water-based, and non-toxic.

[0079] Further, the process adopted in preparation of Nitrogen Booster Formulation avoids the production of gasses, blasts, and odor development of the organic fertilizer.

[0080] In the embodiment of the present invention, the concentrations of antimicrobial agents of the Nitrogen Booster Formulation kill all microorganisms in the fertilizer finished product only, and no excess antimicrobial agents are left to harm soil microorganisms.

[0081] Furthermore, the said antimicrobial treatment is ending the fermentation process to stop further reactions and freeze nitrogen content without releasing them from the fertilizer / formulation.

[0082] In the embodiment of the present invention, the manufactured Nitrogen Booster Formulation adsorb easily onto nanoparticles to manufacture nano-fertilizers with the sustainable release of nitrogen to the soil.

[0083] In a nutshell, the nitrogen booster formulation and process for preparation therof overcomes the drawbacks discussed above and provides an efficient and cost-effective way of improving the growth of agricultural bodies such as plants / crops.

[0084] It is understood that various omissions and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstances may suggest or render expedient, but such omissions and substitutions are intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention.

[0085] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously, many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching.

[0086] Further, the embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the present invention and its practical application, and thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the present invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.

Claims

CLAIMS:

1. A process for preparing a Nitrogen booster formulation, the process comprising steps of: mixing an organic waste in a solvent comprising water to prepare an organic solution, the said organic waste and water being mixed in a ratio of 1-2: 8-10; adding at least one of bacterial culture and fungal culture to the the organic solution; allowing the mixed solution of the said organic solution and the at least one of the bacterial culture and the fungal culture for fermentation; and adding an antimicrobial agent comprising at least one Quaternary Ammonium Compound to the fermentation solution in a range of 0.1-10% based on 100% volume of the said formulation, thereby enabling the preparation of the said formulation.

2. The process as claimed in claim lswherein the organic waste is selected from the group consisting of agricultural waste, animal waste, and municipal waste.

3. The process as claimed in claim lswherein the fermentation is carried out for a predetermined period of 7 to 14 days.

4. The process as claimed in claim 1swherein the antimicrobial agent is selected from at least one of organic Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alkyl Ammonium, Benzalkonium such as Dodecyl Dipropylene Triamine, Benzoyl Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium Chloride.

5. The process as claimed in claim 1 comprising adding Apatite powder in a predefined weight percentage to prepare a solid nitrogen booster product, wherein the Apatite powder allows adsorbtion of molecules of the said formulation.

6. A Nitrogen booster formulation for improvement of agricultural bodies such as crops, the Nitrogen booster formulation prepared by process comprising steps of mixing an organic waste in a solvent comprising water to prepare an organic solution, the said organic waste and water being mixed in a ratio of 1-2: 8-10; adding at least one of bacterial culture and fungal culture to the the organic solution; allowing the mixed solution of the said organic solution and the at least one of the bacterial culture and the fungal culture for fermentation; andadding an antimicrobial agent comprising at least one Quaternary Ammonium Compound to the fermentation solution in a range of 0.1-10% based on 100% volume of the said formulation, thereby enabling the preparation of the said formulation.

7. The formulation as claimed in claim 6, wherein the said organic waste and the solvent being mixed in the predefined ratio of 1-2: 8-10.

8. The formulation as claimed in claim 6swherein the antimicrobial agent is an organic solvent that is selected from at least one of organic Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alkyl Ammonium, Benzalkonium such as Dodecyl Dipropylene Triamine, Benzoyl Alkyldimethylbenzylammonium Chloride.

9. The formulation as claimed in claim 6, comprising Apatite powder added in a predefined weight percentage to prepare a solid nitrogen booster product, wherein the Apatite powder allows adsorbtion of molecules of the said formulation.

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