Sandnes, Norway, 27 August 2025 - Desert Control AS (DSRT) announces the
initiation of a large-scale Yield Trial in Somerton, Arizona, in partnership
with Oasis Date, a leading commercial grower of organic Medjool dates. The trial
aims to advance crop yields and sustainable farming through the use of Liquid
Natural Clay (LNC) technology.
The new trial follows successful outcomes observed in early 2025, when LNC was
applied to more than 9,000 date trees at a California ranch operated by Oasis
Date. That application demonstrated water conservation benefits, prompting
further investigation into yield performance.
Key Highlights:
· Full-cycle study with comparative assessment of crop yield and resource
efficiency for 1,000 LNC-treated date trees against untreated control trees.
· Comparison of two different treatment schedules, evaluating single-dose vs
split-dose LNC applications
· Secondary assessments of water utilization, water use efficiency, and
nutrient use efficiency to measure broader impacts on inputs and economic
outcomes
· Validation and scientific collaboration with the University of Arizona
to ensure independent data collection, transparency, and rigor
· Integration of LNC with proven best practices in commercial date
farming, including monitoring of nutrient leaching, salinity risk, and soil
health indicators
Trial Purpose and Objectives
The large-scale research project is designed to explore how different LNC
strategies may be integrated with commercial farming practices to enhance soil
water-holding capacity, nutrient retention, and long-term soil health.
Researchers will track performance indicators such as soil chemistry, plant
growth, crop yield, and fruit quality.
For more information, please contact:
James Thomas
Chief Executive Officer
Email: james.thomas@desertcontrol.com
Mobile (USA): +1 203 984 7658
About Oasis Date
Oasis Date manages over 5,000 acres of date farms, producing more than 1 billion
dates annually. As the majority supplier for Natural Delights®, the #1 Medjool
date brand in North America, Oasis Date leads the way in sustainable agriculture
with its commitment to regenerative organic farming. It is notably the world's
first and only Regenerative Organic Certified® date farm, embodying a dedication
to environmental sustainability and farmworker fairness.
About Desert Control
Desert Control develops innovative solutions to enhance soil health, conserve
water, and promote ecosystem resilience. Its proprietary Liquid Natural Clay
(LNC) allows sandy, fast-draining soils to retain water and nutrients, improving
soil health, crop yields, and ecosystem vitality while conserving water. Desert
Control provides customized solutions to strengthen sustainability,
profitability, and prosperity for agriculture, forests, and green landscapes. In
collaboration with partners and clients, the company aims to preserve natural
resources, enhance food security, and ensure a climate-resilient future.
Cautionary Note
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of Desert Control and/or the industry and markets in which Desert Control
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