The packaging design separates the microorganism from the growth medium by a physical partition. Removal of the partition allows mixing of the two components. Could be used in other situations requiring the application of high numbers of microorganisms in the fields such as aquaculture, terrestrial and marine ecological remediation biodegradation systems, and the fermented food industry. Introduction of rhizobia by seed inoculation is simple, inexpensive, and energy efficient. It lessens the use of fermentors because more can be produced with the same amount of pure culture and saves time and money since the use of fermentors in larger scale production can be a major investment in producing inoculant culture.
Quality loss is minimized during transport and during exposure to harsh conditions.