Lost in Cloud. LDA

Lost in Cloud, Lda. is a Portuguese research and development (R&D) company focused on soil microbiome ecology, soil health assessment, and the development of scientific and technological solutions for more sustainable and efficient agriculture. Based in Fundão, Portugal, the company combines applied research, biological soil characterisation, and data analysis to translate scientific knowledge into practical diagnostic and decision-support tools for the agricultural sector.

The company develops research activities in soil microbial ecology, including the characterisation of microbial communities through sequencing, the assessment of enzymatic activity, and the identification of microorganisms using molecular techniques. These competencies support a deeper understanding of the relationships between soil properties, biological activity, agricultural practices, and crop performance.

Lost in Cloud ensures continuity of the research and development team and activities previously associated with Soilvitae, Lda., strengthening its capacity to implement innovation projects in sustainable agriculture. Its involvement in publicly funded R&D initiatives, including projects addressing soil health, Vis-NIR technologies, and innovative agricultural solutions, reflects its experience in connecting scientific research, technological development, and practical application.

Within the AgAPP-e project - Digital Analyser for Agricultural Production to Improve Phosphorus Use Efficiency, Lost in Cloud brings relevant expertise to support the development of diagnostic and decision-support tools for improved phosphorus fertilisation management. Its experience in soil biological characterisation, the interpretation of soil indicators, and the integration of scientific information can contribute to more precise and context-specific fertilisation recommendations, taking into account soil variability and crop nutrient requirements.

Lost in Cloud's participation will strengthen the link between soil characterisation, the understanding of biological processes, and efficient nutrient management. This contribution is expected to support reductions in phosphorus losses, improve fertiliser use efficiency, and promote the economic and environmental sustainability of agricultural systems.

Type

Small and Medium sized Enterprise

Country

Portugal

Website

https://rhizologic.com