Domenico Prisa

Council for Agricultural Research and Agricultural Economy Analysis | CREA · Vegetable and Ornamental Crops, Pescia (PT), ITALY (CREA-OF)

Research objective: The aim of this research was to evaluate the stimulating potential of (FertilTomix: product based on minerals and organic molecules from the sea) obtained from an innovative extraction process and to determine the possible use of the recycled sea water obtained from this process for the cultivation of Impatiens glandulifera and...

Environmental phenomena often create stressful situations for plants, significantly impacting their metabolism. This can lead to development problems and, thus, drops in production and final quality. Depending on the plant, biotic and abiotic stresses can reduce average plant productivity by up to 90%. Abiotic stresses, in particular, are linked to...

The mineral element silicon, accumulated in the leaves and roots of various plants, plays a crucial role in increasing resistance to various biotic and abiotic stresses. Although considered a mineral element that is not essential for plant life, silicon provides significant benefits. This mineral accumulated in tissues provides increased resistance...

Ricercatore responsabile: Dr. Domenico Prisa, Mail: domenico.prisa@crea.gov.it Introduzione La superficie terrestre è costituita per il 71% da acqua del mare, coprendo un'area di 139 milioni di miglia quadrate a una profondità media di 2,46 miglia. L'acqua del mare contiene il 3,5% di vari elementi in soluzione e gli oceani sono un deposito di circ...

Research goal: This article presents the results of a research project aimed at demonstrating the effects and benefits of using an organic ingredient, hydrogel (Hydro Start), to improve the germination and growth of Paulownia tomentosa and Cupressus sempervirens seedlings. Materials and Methods: The experiments started in May 2022 and were conducte...

One of the most ongoing challenges in the field of agriculture is in terms of maintaining high production levels ensuring, at the same time, the reduction of environmentally harmful synthetic chemicals use. One of the most interesting strategies to overcome this challenge is the exploitation of the interactions between soil microorganisms and plant...

Aloe plants have been studied and used to treat many diseases for thousands of years. Since ancient times it has been used to cure human ailments. Over the last few decades, several studies have shed light on the characteristics of this plant, which seems to want to hide its secrets behind botanical and pharmacological riddles that are only now beg...

The research aimed to test different seaweed extracts derived from three macroalgae representatives, namely, Rhodophyta, Chlorophyta and Phaeophyceae, as a bio-fertiliser for the growth of Mammillaria prolifera and Mammillaria glassii and the production of edible fruits. The experiments started in September 2021 and were conducted in the greenhouse...

Research objective: The aim of this research was to evaluate the stimulating potential of new microbial consortia obtained from the root systems of cacti and succulents in the rooting and growth of Attilio Ragionieri rose. Materials and Methods: The experiments, which began in February 2022, were conducted in the CREA-OF greenhouses in Pescia (PT),...

Research objective: This research work aimed to evaluate the stimulating potential of a product (FertilTomix) obtained by an innovative process of extraction from seawater on seeded plants of Cichorium intybus and Carthamus tinctorius. Furthermore, it was assessed whether there are differences in the product's potential based on the different types...

In common parlance, succulents are all fleshy plants with swollen stems and leaves. Instead, it would be more correct to use the term succulent, as their characteristic feature is that they have succulent tissue inside them, i.e. a soft, spongy fleshiness saturated with water that produces a typical swelling in the plant. Usually, the swelling of t...

Research objective: This research aims to evaluate Inula's bio-stimulating potential in the form of macerate in water in the cultivation of Amaranthus hypochondriacus. This is to increase knowledge of this plant that commonly exhibits inhibitory characteristics towards the germination of various plants. Materials and Methods: The experiments starte...

La rizosfera è un habitat complesso, dove la pianta tramite gli essudati radicali può promuovere la crescita e il metabolismo microbico. Nel suolo infatti si possono trovare un numero notevole di microrganismi che svolgono diverse funzioni. Alcuni sono microrganismi benefici, altri possono causare danni alle piante e alle produzioni agricole. Il te...

I processi antropici accentuati dagli effetti del cambiamento climatico, sono la causa principale di una perdita rilevante nella resa delle colture e nella disponibilità di acqua per le coltivazioni. Per tale motivo è urgente migliorare la capacità di resistenza delle piante e la produzione agricola. Questo compito impegnativo è ulteriormente neces...

Research objective: The objective of this work was to evaluate the properties and effect of certain organic fertilizers that can be used in organic farming in comparison with fertilizers of inorganic origin on Abelmoschus esculenthus plants. In addition, the interactions that can develop with microorganisms in the rhizosphere and the possible ben...

Research goal: This article presents the results of a research project aimed at demonstrating the effects and benefits of using an organic ingredient, hydrogel (Hydro Start), that can improve the germination and growth of Zea mays and Solanum lycopersicum seedlings. Materials and Methods: Experiments began in April 2022 and were conducted in the gr...

Research goal: The article presents research results that aim to highlight microbial activity in the composting process of waste from tanning industries. The various steps of the compost production process with microbial inocula and the resulting stable material for the production of growing substrates for ornamental plants are emphasised. Material...

L 'utilizzo degli Effective Microorganisms (EM), può garantire un incremento della fer-tilità del suolo e un riequilibrio della fauna microbica, che risulta importantissima ai fini dell'assor-bimento di nutrienti e di acqua da parte delle piante. Protocolli innovativi che prevedono l'utilizzo in sinergia di microrganismi EM e film protettivi, posso...

Purpose Intensive horticulture relies on non-renewable materials and creates high environmental concern due to peat overexploitation and long-distance transportation. Emerging research is therefore looking for alternative growing media. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the possibility of converting waste (dredged sediment) into a product (c...

Sediment removal from rivers, canals and harbours might provide a potential fraction for recycling nutrients useful for crop production, although sustainable and safe reusing of these resource remains a challenge. Generally, sediments are considered to be a source of available phosphorus and to possess high water retention and cation exchange capac...

Il Verde in città è sempre stato apprezzato per la bellezza che apporta all'ambiente urbano e per il gradevole senso di pace e benessere che suscita nei cittadini. Negli ultimi decenni, però, lo sviluppo spesso scriteriato delle nostre metropoli e il fenomeno dei cambiamenti climatici a livello globale hanno posto in evidenza molti benefici che alb...

Research goal: This research aimed to evaluate the effects of a natural product with acidifying activity on seed germination and growth of Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris), Tuscany black cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) and Tetragonia tetragonioides plants and whether there were any interactions or interferences with soil microb...

l Progetto In.Tra.Viva “Creazione di valore aggiunto per il settore regionale delle piante ornamentali, tramite l’introduzione di INnovazioni tecnologiche e di processo nella fase post-produzione di confezionamento e TRAsporto dei prodotti VIVAistici”, finanziato dalla Regione Toscana nell’ambito del Programma PSR 2014-2020 - Misura 16.2 PS-GO 37/2...

Microbial biodiversity comprises microorganisms belonging to all kingdoms: from prokaryotes (archaea and bacteria) to eukary-otes (fungi, microalgae, moulds, yeasts and protists). Microorganisms make up a large part of the earth's biomass, are extraordinarily diverse and are widespread in all habitats. More than two thirds of the total biodiversity...

Capitoli del dr. Domenico Prisa del Libro "Per fare un Orto" * Possibile Utilizzo di Biostimolnati a base di humus di lombrico liquido per il miglioramento della qualità e della protezione di piante di basilico * Uso di Effective Microorganisms EM per migliorare la qualita e la fioritura di bulbose ornamentali

Utilizzo di microrganismi effettivi e lombricompost nella coltivazione di piante ortive

Research goal: The aim of this research was therefore to evaluate whether there are interactions in the growing medium in the simultaneous use of algae and beneficial microorganisms, to assess the possible improvement of flower quality and growth of succulent plants and the possible bioncontrol against pathogens present in the farm soils. Materials...

Sostenibilità nel florovivaismo: valutazione di nuovi prodotti antitraspiranti biodegradabili nel trasporto a lunga distanza delle piante ornamentali"

Research goal: The aim of this research was to evaluate a natural product with acidifying activity on plant growth and the effects on rhizosphere microfauna in ornamental succulent plants. Materials and Methods: The experiments, started in July 2021, were conducted in the greenhouses of CREA-OF in Pescia (Pt), Tuscany, Italy (43°54′N 10°41′E) on Ta...

The aim of this research was therefore to evaluate the use of some mycorrhizae such as Glomuss mossae and Glomus intraradices in growth stimulation, production of aromatic oils and protection from pathogenic microorganisms in Plectranthus amboinicus. Hence the possibility of increasing knowledge and functionality of these microorganisms in various...

A pitaya or pitahaya is the fruit of several different cactus species indigenous to the Americas. Pitaya usually refers to fruit of the genus Stenocereus, while Pitahaya or dragon fruit refers to fruit of the genus Selenicereus (formerly Hylocereus), both in the family Cactaceae. Dragon fruit is cultivated in Mexico, Southeast Asia, India, the Unit...

The aim of this work was to evaluate if the use of Effective microorganisms on succulent plants such as Bulbine frutescens can improve plant growth, germination of seeds and increse mineral content of vegetative tissues. The experiments, started in January 2021, were conducted in the greenhouses of CREA-OF in Pescia (Pt) on Bulbine frutescens. The...

This work aimed to develop a biological cultivation and defense protocol that can be used by companies growing medicinal succulent plants. The protocol was characterized by the use of microbial biostimulants and plant extracts with repellent action (plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, in particular, Effective microorganisms and extracts of neem,...

La vita nelle città sta diventando sempre più stressante per i cittadini a causa dell’inquinamento, delle patologie respiratorie sempre più frequenti, dei cambiamenti climatici con i relativi eccessi termici e pluviometrici, etc. A tutte queste criticità può essere proposta una sola, e sempre la stessa, soluzione: incrementare e gestire bene il pat...

Antitraspiranti nel florovivaismo risultati del progetto INTRAVIVA

Metodi sostenibili per la coltivazione di cactus e succulente

The Opuntia genus, belonging to the Cactaceae family, has about 300 species, of which Opuntia ficus indica, or Prickly Pear, is considered the best known and most significant. Opuntia ficus indica have been used in Mexico and Latin America since pre-hispanic times as a food and medicinal resource. In recent years, prickly pear cultivation has incre...

Prefazione Per molti giardinieri e coltivatori, l'assenza di acqua per l'irrigazione è diventato un grosso problema. Le restrizioni per quanto riguarda l'irrigazione e la presa di coscienza della sua importanza pongono la creazione di giardini, di orti sotto nuovi punti di vista. E' possibile realizzare aree verdi riducendo l'uso dell'acqua e della...

The aim of this research was to evaluate the biofertilization capacity of five different species of algae, representative of the three main groups of macroalgae selected from Lake Ganzirri in Messina, Venice Lagoon and Norwegian coasts. The experiments, started in January 2021, were conducted in the greenhouses of CREA-OF in Pescia (Pt), Tuscany, I...

Research goal: The aim of this work was to develop a sustainable and innovative organic cultivation protocol, usable by local Italian companies, based on the use of microbial biostimulants (beneficial bacteria and fungi, arbuscular mycorrhizae and algae) able to improve the growth and quality production of the medicinal gel of Aloe vera. Materials...

Cosa sono i microrganismi Effettivi, protocollo di utilizzo, risultati scientifici, prove sperimentali in campo

The aim of this research was to evaluate the biofertilization capacity of five different species of algae, representative of the three main groups of macroalgae selected from Lake Ganzirri in Messina, Venice Lagoon and Norwegian coasts. The experiments, started in January 2021, were conducted in the greenhouses of CREA-OF in Pescia (Pt), Tuscany, I...

Research goal: Based on the information found in the literature, it has been verified that the use of biofertilizing algae can definitely improve plant quality, growth, and blooms. In this work, studies were conducted to evaluate whether the use of algae in the cultivation of ornamental cacti in pots can improve the growth, ornamental qualities and...

LIFE SUBSED ha preso parte alla II edizione dell’ISHS International Symposium on Growing Media, Soilless Cultivation, and Compost Utilization in Horticulture, che si è tenuto a Ghent (Belgio) dal 22 al 27 agosto 2021. L’evento rappresenta un riferimento per tutti gli operatori del settore, e le tematiche dell’impatto ambientale e dell’economia cir...

Research goal: Based on the information found in the literature on biochar, its ability to improve the quality and yield of productions and to influence soil microflora. In this work, studies were carried out at different concentrations in pots to assess whether the addition of this material to the growing medium can influence the growth and contro...

Research goal: Based on the information obtained from the literature on Inula viscosa, in particular on the insecticidal and antifungal capacities of this plant, the aim of this work was to carry out further experiments on a macerate based on Inula viscosa, microorganisms and algae in order to evaluate the bio stimulant and biocontrol capacities on...

Basil and wild strawberry were chosen as model plant species since they are good indicators of the chemical and physical quality of the tested substrates. Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) seeds, cvs. Genovese and Valentino, and certified wild strawberry (Fragaria vesca L.), cv. Regina delle Valli were used as plant material.

The aim of this research was to evaluate the fertilizing capacity of an innovative zeolite product, characterised by an encapsulated structure with an organic matrix on vegetable and ornamental plants and the interaction with soil microorganisms present in the cultivation substrates. The experiments, started in January 2021, were conducted in the g...

Sediments are dredged annually from harbours and waterways for ensuring proper and safe navigability, preventing flooding and reducing the pollution load of water bodies. In fact, sediments are a sink of inorganic and organic pollutants directly released into waters or reaching water-bodies trough leaching and leakage. The relocation of dredged sed...

The aim of this work was to develop an organic and sustainable cultivation protocol, based on the use of microbial biofertilizers (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria, Trichoderma spp., arbuscular mycorrhizae and biostimulant algae) able to improve the growth and quality of Aloe barbadensis Miller plants. The experimental trial at CREA-OF in Pesci...

The aim of this work was to use Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) for the improvement of cultivation and agronomic and pathogen protection characteristics of ornamental bulbous plants such as Tulip (fam. Liliacee), Iris (fam. Iridacee), Freesia (fam. Iridacee) and Narcissus (fam. Amarillidacee). The experiments, started in November 2020,...

The aim of this work is to develop an innovative technology for the cultivation of Myrtillocactus geometrizans, introducing the use of Effective microorganisms and at the same time, limiting the use of mineral fertilizers, plant protection products and improving the physico-chemical and organoleptic characteristics of garambullos for consumption an...

The aim of this work is to develop an innovative technology for the cultivation of Myrtillocactus geometrizans, introducing the use of Effective microorganisms and at the same time, limiting the use of mineral fertilizers, plant protection products and improving the physico-chemical and organoleptic characteristics of garambullos for consumption an...

In this research work the possibility of using a biostimulant based on Inula viscosa L. (Dittrichia viscosa L.) to improve the growth and quality of Licopersicon esculentum L., Daucus carota, Pak choi, Perilla frutescens Petroselinum crispum plants. was evaluated. Additionally, in the experiment the presence of plant mortality following attacks of...

In this work, the biostimulant and biocontrol capacity of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens in succulent plants such as Aeonium was evaluated. The specific objectives were in particular: (i) Evaluate whether the use of this bacterium can increase the growth rate of Aeonium plants that typically have a slow growth cycle; (ii) evaluate if the use of B. amyl...

In this study the possibility of using a biostimulant based on Glomus deserticola to improve the growth and quality of Gasteraloe plants and protection against Fusarium sp. was evaluated. Objectives of the work were: i) use Glomus deserticola to assess whether the use of this Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi can increase the growth rate of Gasteraloe p...

Metodi sostenibili per il controllo delle erbe infestanti, in particolare dell'uso degli acidi organici nel contenimento delle malerbe. La presentazione fa parte del Progetto GESOERPA che si occuperà del controllo delle erbe infestanti nelle colture agrarie di Pantelleria

In this study the possibility of using a biostimulant based on Glomus deserticola to improve the growth and quality of Gasteraloe plants and protection against Fusarium sp. was evaluated. Objectives of the work were: i) use Glomus deserticola to assess whether the use of this Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi can increase the growth rate of Gasteraloe p...

In this study the possibility of using a biostimulant based on Inula viscosa L. (Dittrichia viscosa L.) to improve the growth and quality of Spinacia oleracea L. and Lactuca sativa L. plants and protection against Pythium spp. was evaluated. I. viscosa plants play a role agro-ecological very important because: i) show high allelopathic activity as...

The article presents the results of research on succulents such as Kalanchoe pinnata, Kalanchoe tubiflora and Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri, aimed at improving plant growth and defense against the pathogenic fungus Pythium sp., through the use of Trichoderma viride inoculated in the medium. Objectives of the work were: 1) use Trichoderma viride to as...

Utilizzo di zeolitite a chabasite nella coltivazione e difesa di specie ornamentali e floricole

The paper presents the results of research on cacti such as Gymnocalycium baldianum, Gymnocalycium mihanovichii, Notocactus eugeniae and Notocactus leninghausii, aimed at improving plant growth and defense against the pathogenic fungus Fusarium sp., through the use of Gigaspora margarita inoculated in the growing medium. Objectives of the work were...

In this experiment it was determined whether the capacities of zeolites are influenced by the microbial colonies that are present in the soil, which can with their activity increase the interactions between roots, zeolites and soil. The microorganisms have the ability to lower the pH of the substrate and soil and can determine a solubilization of t...

Definizione e importanza della biodiversità, componenti dell'agrobiodiversità, biodiversità e agrosistema, la resilienza, la perdita di biodiversità, recuperare la biodiversità, controllare l'ambiente con i droni, telerilevamento e rapid mapping, le missioni di monitoraggio

Biodiversità e agrosistema in agricoltura

The paper presents the results of research aimed at improving the growth of aromatic plants and stimulating microbial communities in the rhizosphere of two test plants (Lavender and Rosemary), using a water structuring device (Alchewat). The experiments, started in November 2019, were conducted in the greenhouses of CREA-OF in Pescia (PT). The expe...

In this experiment, given the excellent premises for the use of zeolites in agriculture, the biostimulation and protection capacity of a new chabazite zeolite enriched with microorganisms on tomato plants was evaluated, in order to introduce sustainable innovations on the market that can facilitate the reduction of plant protection products and sy...

In order to improve the quality and protection of horticultural crops, the capacity of chabazitic zeolites with earthworm humus at different percentages added to the growing medium was evaluated. The five experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without chabazite and earthworm humus; ii) group with (chabazite/earthworm humus 70-30) 10%; ii...

Dati e sperimentazioni in agricoltura

metodologia sperimentale in agricoltura

The aim of the experiment was to evaluate the use of vegetable protein hydrolysate on Adromischus cooperi and Adromischus cristatus to improve plant growth and quality. The two experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without protein hydrolysates, irrigated with water and substrate previously fertilized; ii) group with protein hydrolysates...

Caratteristiche, ambienti, distribuzione di cactus e succulente; metodi di propagazione e uso delle succulente; effetto dell'uso di biostimolanti e microrganismi su cactus e succulente

In order to improve vegetative quality, root development and increase growth rate, humic substances have been used in this test on hawortia tessellata and hawortia papillosa, succulents on which there are usually delays in the growth cycle and problems related to water and salt stress, especially in pot cultivation. The data show that the use of hu...

Selezione di isolati fungini di Trichoderma spp. addizionati a substrati innovativi idonei per la coltivazione di piantine da seme e di piante acidofile di specie ornamentali

In this study, the effect of introducing different amounts of EM-Bokashi into the growing medium of Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana was evaluated (Figure 1) to determine whether this organic soil is able to improve the growth and flowering of these succulents. The five experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without beneficial EM-Bokashi; ii) gro...

In this study the ability of B.subtilis to improve the quality of C.sativus cultivation was evaluated. Various scientific studies demonstrate the medicinal properties of its constituents, making it one of the most expensive agricultural products in the world. The presence of microorganisms in the soil promotes the growth of plants, thanks to this c...

In this study, the ability of PGPRs to improve the growth and rooting of Portulacaria afra in pots was evaluated. Portulacaria afra is an interesting plant from a medicinal and ornamental point of view, but it shows some difficulties in the early stages of cultivation. The two experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without beneficial mic...

In this study, the possibility of optimizing the use of fertilizers on Ranunculus asiaticus by adding chabazite with Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) to the substrate was evaluated. The five experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without zeolites (CTRL), irrigated with water and substrate previously fertilized; ii) group with...

In this study an extract of Ascophyllum nodosum was used to improve growth and flowering in plants of Rebutia heliosa and Sulcorebutia canigueralli. The two experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without the use of Ascophyllum nodosum (CTRL), irrigated with water and fertilized every two weeks; ii) group treated with 10% Ascophyllum nodo...

In this study the possibility of using liquid Inula viscosa (Dittrichia viscosa L.) to improve the growth and quality of Oscularia deltoides and Corpuscolaria lehmanii plants and protection against Aphis nerii was evaluated. The 3 experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without the use of Inula viscosa liquid macerate (CTRL), irrigated wi...

In this study, the possibility of using a biostimulant based on liquid earthworm humus to improve the growth and quality of basil plants (Ocimum basilicum L.) was evaluated. The 3 experimental groups in cultivation were: i) group without biostimulant (CTRL), irrigated with water and substrate previously fertilized; ii) group with 1% liquid earthwor...

In this study the effect of natural zeolites and zeolites added with microorganisms for the growth of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata L.) was evaluated, in order to highlight whether the microbiological component is the basis of the functionality of zeolites. The 3 experimental groups in cultivation were: 1) group without zeolites (CTRL) (...