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Spinoff story

Turfgrass Conditioner

A real-world story of NASA technology finding a life beyond the mission.

About this technology

Overview

Using technology developed under contract to NASA for the Space Agricultural Program, a scientist at the Plant-Wise Biostimulant Company invented a product for turfgrass called the 3-D Concentrated Plant Growth Supplement. The supplement is a blend of fortified seaweed extracts, humic acid and plant nutrients that supplies grass with extra insurance to handle adverse conditions. The 3-D" refers to its three dimensions: foliar enhancement physiological integrity and foundation fortification. The stimulant is used on lawns and on golf courses."