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Verdesian Life Sciences Earns TFI Certified Biostimulant Label for Take Off® LS

Validation of Efficacy and Safety for Advanced Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) Technology

What is the latest certification achievement for Verdesian Life Sciences?
On May 5, 2026, Verdesian Life Sciences announced that its Take Off® LS biostimulant has been awarded the Certified Biostimulant label by The Fertilizer Institute (TFI). This prestigious designation confirms that the product meets high industry standards for composition, safety, and efficacy, making it Verdesian’s second product to earn this certification following Primacy Alpha®.

How does Take Off® LS improve crop performance in row crops like corn and soybeans?
Take Off® LS is a liquid biostimulant designed for foliar or in-furrow application. It works within the plant’s physiology to support carbon assimilation and optimize the utilization of nitrogen and other essential nutrients. This technology helps crops maintain consistent performance and resilience across varying soil types, environmental conditions, and in-season stressors.

Why is The Fertilizer Institute’s Certified Biostimulant Program important for growers?
The TFI program brings transparency and confidence to the biostimulant category through a rigorous, independent review process. For growers facing elevated input costs, certifications like those earned by Verdesian Life Sciences provide verified, data-backed assurance that a product will maximize nutrient efficiency and return on investment per acre.

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CARY, N.C., May 5, 2026 — Verdesian Life Sciences (“Verdesian”), a global leader in Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) technologies, today announced that its Take Off® LS biostimulant product has been awarded the Certified Biostimulant label through The Fertilizer Institute’s (TFI) Certified Biostimulant Program.

The certification confirms that Take Off® LS meets defined industry standards for composition, safety, and efficacy, including demonstrated plant response, following a rigorous, independent review process. The Fertilizer Institute (“TFI”) represents the U.S. fertilizer supply chain and works to ensure fertilizers are used safely and responsibly through stewardship, education, and policy.

“Earning TFI Certified Biostimulant status reinforces the strength of the science behind Take Off® LS and our broader R&D capabilities,” said Dr. Kuide Qin, Chief Science Officer at Verdesian Life Sciences.

Now in the market for 9 years, Take Off® LS has demonstrated consistent performance across a range of growing conditions. Applied during key growth stages, the technology within Take Off® LS supports plant response by improving nutrient uptake and utilization throughout the season. The technology works within the plant to support carbon assimilation and optimize the use of nitrogen and other nutrients, improving performance across soil types, environmental conditions, and in-season stress.

“Recognition through TFI’s Certified Biostimulant Program reflects our continued investment in innovation and our commitment to helping growers get more from every acre,” said Clare Doyle, CEO at Verdesian Life Sciences.

About Verdesian Life Sciences:

Founded in 2012, Verdesian Life Sciences is a global leader in nutrient use efficiency (NUE). With more than 300 science-driven patents, Verdesian provides fertilizer enhancers, biologicals, and biostimulants that help farmers balance soil, plant, and environmental health.

Verdesian Life Sciences – NUE Technology Leader

Cary, NC | May 5, 2026 | vlsci.com