Explore the science and emerging agricultural applications of trehalose.
Our research-led guides examine the use of trehalose in plant stress, biological agriculture, seed technology and postharvest horticulture, as well as the important distinction between trehalose and trehalose-6-phosphate (T6P).
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Begin with our overview of the science, applications and current agricultural research surrounding trehalose.
Trehalose in Agriculture: Uses, Benefits & Research
An introduction to the agricultural applications of trehalose, including plant stress, seed treatments, microbial formulations and postharvest horticulture.
Read the guide →Plant Stress & Crop Resilience
Explore research into the use of trehalose under some of the most important environmental stresses affecting crops.
Trehalose for Drought & Water Stress in Plants
Research into plant water status, photosynthesis, antioxidant defence and crop resilience under drought.
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Trehalose and Salinity Stress in Crops
Research into ion balance, water relations, photosynthesis and plant growth under saline conditions.
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Trehalose for Heat & Cold Stress in Plants
Evidence surrounding temperature stress, photosynthetic protection, membrane stability and antioxidant defence.
Read the guide →Biological Agriculture
Trehalose also has important applications as a functional ingredient in biological agricultural formulations and seed technologies.
Trehalose in Biofertilisers & Microbial Inoculants
How trehalose can help protect beneficial microorganisms during drying, formulation and storage.
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Trehalose in Seed Treatments & Coatings
Seed priming, biological coatings, microbial protection and crop establishment.
Read the guide →Postharvest & Horticulture
Explore emerging research into the use of trehalose to help maintain the quality of fruit and horticultural produce after harvest.
Plant Science
Explore the wider trehalose pathway and distinguish free trehalose from the important plant signalling molecule trehalose-6-phosphate.
Trehalose for Agriculture & Plant Science
Looking for agricultural trehalose rather than research guidance? Explore our agricultural applications page for information on plant biostimulants, microbial formulations, seed technologies, postharvest applications and commercial supply.