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West Virginia Biodynamic Regeneration in Agriculture (WV BRAG) is all about sharing knowledge and proving what works in a real world setting. Since launching in March 2025, we’ve been testing biodynamic solutions to transform farming—and we want you to understand how it all comes together. Explore our resources and get answers to your questions below.

We welcome any information you wish to share about high technology products or natural solutions that are commercially viable and sustainable.

WV BRAG is about uniting the best concepts in a competitive environment to address every day needs in commercial agriculture. Tell us what you have, and let’s bring market attention to the possibilities.

For Profit. With Purpose. That’s what WV BRAG is about.

Smart Farming Revolution: A Blueprint for WV BRAG’s Agri-Business Innovation

 

This video on smart farming reveals an array of advanced technologies—automated systems and data-driven agriculture—driving efficiency and sustainability in food production. It also details regenerative practices that are revitalizing previously unusable land for productive use.

The video provides a compelling need for WV BRAG, an agri-business innovation center where we harness cutting-edge technology and biodynamic practices to revolutionize commercial farming, creating a hub where innovators showcase transformative products and buyers gain hands-on knowledge to increase their productivity.

RESEARCH OF INTEREST

 

This 2023 study from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, published in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, evaluates wireless soil moisture sensors for precision irrigation in Nebraska cornfields. By integrating IoT technology, the sensors provide real-time data to optimize water use, enhancing crop yield and resource efficiency.

 

SENSOR DRIVEN IRRIGATION

 

This text reviews smart technologies, including sensors, IoT, and AI, for sustainable pasture-based ruminant systems, focusing on their role in monitoring livestock health, grazing patterns, and environmental impacts to enhance productivity and sustainability. It discusses applications like wearable sensors for cattle, remote sensing for pasture quality, and data analytics for decision-making.

 

PASTURE MANAGEMENT

 

This 2022 study from the University of Florida, published in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, investigates a vision-based robotic system for harvesting strawberries in Florida fields. It details the development of a robotic arm with deep learning algorithms for fruit detection and picking, achieving high precision while addressing challenges like occlusion and variable lighting to improve labor efficiency and reduce costs.

Below is a study and technical bulletin highlighting the benefits of zeolites in agricultural applications. Zeolite has been extensively studied worldwide, over many years, for its ability to control ammonia inside enclosed houses, improve air quality, and enhance overall environmental conditions. On crops, using zeolites can improve soil fertility and enhance nutrient retention.

 

EPA TECHNICAL BULLETIN

MANURE STABILIZATION

 

This 2021 study, published in Italian Journal of Animal Science, investigates the effects of a multi-strain probiotic (Lactobacillus and Bacillus) on broiler chickens, finding improved gut microbiota balance, enhanced growth performance, and reduced pathogen loads. The probiotic also boosted immune responses, supporting its use as an antibiotic alternative in poultry production.

 

MICROBIAL ENHANCEMENT

 

This study demonstrates that bio-compost, enhanced by halotolerant microbial consortia (H1 and H2), significantly improves tomato growth and salt-stress tolerance by enhancing photosynthetic ability and stimulating salt-tolerance-related enzyme activities, particularly with the C-H1 compost. It also reveals that bio-compost alters the tomato rhizosphere microbiome, enriching beneficial Luteimonas spp., which further promotes root growth under salt stress. 

 

BIO-COMPOST BOOSTS

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is WV BRAG?
    Launched in March 2025, WV BRAG is an initiative to test and prove biodynamic farming solutions, uniting high technology and natural solutions with the aim to reduce harmful chemical and synthetic medication reliance while boosting profitability.
  • What are biologicals and why use them?
    Biologicals are natural microorganisms and enzymes that enhance soil health, unlock nutrients (e.g., phosphorus), and support plant growth without synthetic chemicals—making farming sustainable and cost-effective.
  • Where are you testing?
    We’re testing sites across West Virginia, collecting soil samples, and analyzing results to find the best spots for our pilot program. The intent is to expand the initiative into advanced confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs) that are bio-secure, hydroponic farms and outdoor farming that use robotics and other advanced farming practices.
  • How do you ensure results are reliable?
    We use scientific methods and independent third-party verification to validate every outcome, ensuring our data stands up to scrutiny. Preliminary findings are rolling in now, with full pilot results expected as testing progresses.
  • How does this help West Virginia?
    WV BRAG creates jobs, restores land, and boosts farm profits, turning environmental challenges into economic wins for the state. The intent is for the pilot projects to spur the creation of a larger technology center that draws visitors to West Virginia to learn and see firsthand the latest in agri-business technologies.

Have more questions? Contact us at info@wvbrag.com or check back as we update this page with new insights from the field.