Innovative Field Trial at the Liechtenstein Winery: ArboBoost in Action

Rising temperatures, longer dry periods, and irregular rainfall are creating growing challenges for viticulture. Even established vineyards come under stress when water and nutrient supply are no longer sufficient. To address these conditions, a special field trial was carried out at the Liechtenstein Winery in Lower Austria: together with our partner ArboBoost, we introduced for the first time a combination of hydrogel, mycorrhiza, and organic fertilizer directly into the root zone of a ten-year-old vineyard – with the goal of ensuring the long-term vitality of the vines.

ArboBoost – Synergy for Healthy Plants

The ArboBoost concept is based on a unique composition:

• RETENTIS® stores up to ten times its own weight in water and releases it to the roots as needed.
• Mycorrhiza promotes root development, increases nutrient uptake, and strengthens plant resilience.
• Organic fertilizers ensure continuous and sustainable nutrient supply.

This interplay creates the foundation for vital plants, stable soils, and significantly higher resistance to drought stress.

Field Trial at the Liechtenstein Winery

As part of the field test, ArboBoost was applied into the soil using lance technology. With this method, compressed air loosens the root zone while simultaneously injecting the hydrogel–mycorrhiza–fertilizer mixture into the soil. This ensures that the active substances reach precisely where the vines need them most – in the active root zones. Special thanks go to Josef Stummvoll of the Liechtenstein Winery for his cooperation and to the ArboBoost team for their professional implementation.

Versatile Applications

ArboBoost is not limited to viticulture. Its technology and composition are equally relevant for:

• Tree planting in forestry and reforestation projects
• Urban trees and municipal greenery affected by heat islands and soil compaction
• Orchards and gardens that benefit from consistent water supply and healthy soils

Conclusion & Outlook

The trial at the Liechtenstein Winery demonstrates how effective ArboBoost can be in strengthening established crops and sustainably improving soils. With the combination of hydrogel, mycorrhiza, and organic fertilizer, along with lance technology, new opportunities open up to keep plants healthy and meet the challenges of climate change.

👉 Find out more at www.agrobiogel.com, www.arboboost.com, and about lance technology at www.bodenbelueftung.net.