FAQs
Technical Details
We collect and integrate three main categories of data:
- Metagenomic data from soil microbial communities – identifying which bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms are present in your soil.
- Soil physico-chemical parameters such as pH, EC, moisture, organic carbon, nutrients, etc.
- Weather data including temperature and rainfall patterns that affect both crops and soil microbes.
We follow validated protocols for sampling, DNA extraction, and sequencing. Analysis is done using standardized bioinformatics pipelines, ensuring reliable, reproducible results. Our methods follow established scientific protocols and are continuously updated to maintain accuracy standards.
When we provide analysis, we also indicate confidence levels so you understand the certainty behind each outputs.
Yes, registered users can access both processed insights and raw data through our data export features. This includes downloadable reports, data tables, and integration options for users who want to perform their own analysis or share data with agricultural advisors.
Traditional soil tests measure chemical and physical properties like pH, NPK levels, and organic matter – essentially the “infrastructure” of your soil. Our platform analyzes the living component – the microorganisms that actively drive nutrient cycling, plant health, and soil structure.
This provides a complete picture including predictive insights about soil performance and specific outcomes for managing the biological aspects of soil health that conventional tests miss entirely.
Practical Applications
The dashboard offers a comprehensive view of soil health, including:
- Microbial community profiles (bacteria, fungi, archaea) and their functional roles
- Functional genes and pathways linked to soil fertility and plant health
- Correlations between microbes, soil properties, and weather patterns
- Site-wise comparisons across different fields and management practices
- Seasonal trends to help with planning and timing decisions
- Decision-support tools with actionable outputs.
- Custom reports tailored to your specific farming context
- Smart analysis: Predictive and prescriptive outputs based on site-specific data, including input usage optimization, microbial inoculant application methods, and alerts for potential soil-borne risks
Soil microbes are the biological engine of soil fertility. They break down organic matter into nutrients plants can absorb, protect crops from diseases, improve soil structure for better water retention, and form beneficial partnerships with plant roots.
When soil microbial communities are healthy and diverse, they essentially provide natural fertilization and disease protection services. They can significantly impact crop yields and reduce the need for external inputs because they’re optimizing the soil’s own productive capacity.
Healthy microbial communities also make farming systems more resilient to environmental stresses like drought or excessive rainfall. By understanding and managing these communities, you’re working with natural processes that have sustained plant growth for millions of years.
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