Hydrogels and biodegradable polymers are revolutionizing soil health, water retention, and controlled nutrient delivery.
These materials improve crop yields by enhancing root hydration, minimizing fertilizer runoff, and supporting sustainable farming practices.
Overview
Why Swelling and Degradation Matter:
Agricultural hydrogels must absorb and slowly release water or nutrients over time without degrading too rapidly under environmental stresses like UV light, soil microbes, and temperature shifts.
This demands precise tuning of polymer composition and crosslinking density to balance durability with biodegradability.
Example Applications:
Slow-release fertilizer carriers
Water-retentive soil additives for drought resilience
Biodegradable mulching films
How GelTech Helps:
Our instruments simulate harsh environmental conditions to test water uptake, swelling longevity, and degradation pathways—providing critical data for field applications.
Get in touch
For questions about our technology, product demos, or partnership opportunities, reach out to our team. We're here to support your work in hydrogel research and help you take your lab capabilities to the next level.
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9510 Innovation Ln, La Jolla, CA 92093
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Testing with GolTech supports sustainable agriculture practices that improve yields, reduce water use, and minimize environmental impact.