Agarwood resin induction is the intentional process of triggering an agarwood tree (Aquilaria) to produce resin—the dark, aromatic substance that later becomes agarwood, oud oil, and incense-grade wood.
Simple Definition (Farmer-Friendly)
Agarwood resin induction is the act of “wounding and stimulating” the tree so it defends itself by producing fragrant resin.
What Happens Naturally
In the wild, agarwood forms slowly and rarely when a tree experiences:
- Physical injury (broken branches, lightning, insects)
- Fungal or microbial infection
- Environmental stress
To protect itself, the tree releases resin that:
- Seals the wound
- Blocks invading microbes
- Strengthens surrounding wood
Over time, this resin darkens and perfumes the wood—this is agarwood.
Why Induction Is Needed
- Only 1–7% of wild trees naturally form agarwood
- Natural formation can take 10–50 years
- Plantation-grown trees need a controlled trigger
Resin induction makes agarwood production predictable, scalable, and profitable.
How Resin Induction Works (Scientific View)
Agarwood resin induction activates the tree’s defense metabolism, leading to:
- Cell wall breakdown at wound sites
- Production of sesquiterpenes and chromones
- Accumulation of resin in xylem tissues
These compounds are responsible for:
- Aroma
- Oil yield
- Market value
Types of Agarwood Resin Induction
1. Biotic (Biological) Induction
Uses fungi or microbes
- Mimics natural infection
- Slower but often higher aroma complexity
Example: Fusarium-based systems (e.g., FusaPrime™)
2. Abiotic (Chemical / Physical) Induction
Uses chemicals or minerals
- Mimics stress or injury
- Faster resin formation
Example: AgarStart™, FerroBoost™, ResinRush™
3. Dual Induction (Biotic + Abiotic)
Combines microbes + chemicals
- Stronger, faster, more consistent resin
Example: FusaTrinity™, MycoChem™
4. Consortium & Enzyme-Based Induction
- Multiple fungi or enzymes
- Enhances resin spread and oil quality
Example: Harmonia™, FusaBlaze™
Why Induced Resin Is Valuable
Induced agarwood can be:
- Distilled into oud oil
- Processed into incense, chips, beads
- Used for perfumery, medicine, and ritual use
High-quality induced resin can reach:
- USD 5,000–50,000 per kg (oil)
- USD 500–10,000 per kg (wood/chips)
In One Sentence
Agarwood resin induction is the controlled activation of a tree’s natural defense system to produce valuable aromatic resin.