Key Takeaways
- Ancient Organics received a U.S. patent for a microbial system that breaks down glyphosate and its byproduct AMPA in agricultural soils.
- Multi-state field trials showed reductions of 50%–96% in glyphosate residues across major crop systems.
- The technology improved soil nutrient availability, microbial diversity, and crop resilience, with yield gains ranging from 25% to 48%.
- Ancient Organics positions the innovation as a tool for soil detoxification amid rising concern over glyphosate persistence and cost pressures on farmers.
- The product, marketed as PaleoPower, is now available through authorized North American distributors.
Ancient Organics Introduces Patented Microbial System for Soil Detoxification
A newly granted U.S. patent covers a microbial technology from Ancient Organics designed to degrade glyphosate residues in soil. Glyphosate, widely used as a herbicidal active ingredient, can remain in the ground, disrupt microbial communities, and bind micronutrients essential for crop growth.
The patented approach uses a targeted microbial consortium capable of breaking down both glyphosate and aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), its primary breakdown compound. Ancient Organics says the system is intended to support soil function by restoring natural biochemical pathways.
Results Across U.S. Field Trials
According to Ancient Organics, multi-state trials showed consistent reductions in glyphosate residues, including:
