1. Reduced Synthetic Fertilizer Use

MycoGold products contain beneficial microbes, such as nitrogen-fixing bacteria and phosphate-solubilizing fungi, which naturally improve nutrient availability to plants. As a result, farmers can reduce synthetic nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer use—two of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture. Lower fertilizer rates directly translate to a lower CI score.

2. Improved Soil Organic Matter

MycoGold’s microbial blends stimulate root growth and promote microbial activity, which enhances soil structure and increases soil organic carbon. Healthier soils with higher organic matter can sequester more carbon from the atmosphere, helping offset emissions and improve overall CI metrics.

3. More Efficient Nutrient Cycling

The diverse microbial populations in MycoGold help recycle nutrients within the soil, leading to more efficient plant uptake and reduced nutrient leaching. This not only increases crop productivity but also reduces the environmental footprint per bushel produced—an important factor in CI calculations.

4. Enhanced Plant Health and Stress Resilience

By improving root systems and microbial symbiosis, MycoGold helps crops withstand environmental stresses like drought, disease, or compacted soils. Healthier, more resilient crops require fewer chemical interventions and inputs, which means lower energy use and fewer emissions during the growing season.

5. Support for Regenerative Practices

MycoGold fits seamlessly into regenerative agriculture systems, such as no-till, cover cropping, and reduced chemical dependency. These practices are known to contribute to lower CI scores, and biological seed treatments like MycoGold amplify these benefits by accelerating biological activity in the root zone.