Unlocking the hidden potential in the soil to reduce toxic heavy metals in food

Talam Biotech is improving food safety by developing innovative natural microbial solutions that reduce the uptake and accumulation of heavy metals by food crops. Our novel microbial solutions derived from natural sources reduce heavy metal uptake by inhibiting the bioavailability of heavy metals to plants. Reducing the uptake of these toxic contaminants in crops will reduce their levels in food and improve the health of plants.

Addressing a serious human and plant health threat

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Heavy metals like arsenic (As) and cadmium (Cd) are present in the soil and taken up by crops. They occur in the environment naturally (as elements of the earth’s crust) and as a result of human activities.

Dealing with heavy metals across the food ecosystem

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The European Union continuously refines and lowers maximum levels of heavy metals in food, with CODEX Alimentarius general standards as a starting point.

Creating novel solutions from nature

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We are currently developing products that reduce arsenic in rice and wheat, and cadmium in leafy greens, wheat, and tubers.

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Demonstrated results, driven to do more

Field and greenhouse trials for wheat, spinach, and rice are showing promising results. Product launches are anticipated in the coming years. Other crops are in earlier stages of research and development.

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And that’s only the beginning

We continue to discover new solutions that improve the health of our people and our planet, creating a more sustainable future.

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What if the key to creating safer, healthier food was right under our feet?

Unlocking the hidden potential in the soil to reduce toxic heavy metals in food

Addressing a serious human and plant health threat

Dealing with heavy metals across the food ecosystem

Creating novel solutions from nature

Demonstrated results, driven to do more

And that’s only the beginning

We continue to discover new solutions that improve the health of our people and our planet, creating a more sustainable future.