Works in this line of research use microbes (beneficial soil bacteria), manure, plant residuals, humus, and organic matter in general, as well as rocks as mineral source to enhance plant growth and to improve biological, chemical, and physical properties of soil. We also try to understand the way these resources help in plant health and growth.

Lines of Research:

• Use of soil microbes to favor growth of potential plants for agriculture and ecology .
• Study and use of organic fertilizers combined with soil microbes to :
  
  a) tolerate negative effect of salts in soil;
  b) substitute partially or totally the use of chemical fertilizers in soil to favor the production of healthier plants;
  c) nurture soil with minerals, organic matter, and microbes that enhance plant production with more tolerance to pests and diseases.

Chile plants exposed to saline stress.

Stress mitigation using compost at different dosage in chile plants in high salt concentration soil. We can appreciate how the harmful effect of salts is counteracted by adding compost to the soil, which includes favoring major plant growth.