Pecans are one of the most popular foods grown and consumed in the Southern U.S., but the road to success is not always easy. Growers, including Buck Paulk of Shiloh Pecan Farms, are reeling from the effects of Hurricane Idalia. Paulk is orchestrating his crews through harvest this fall, while finishing removal of 19,000 pecan trees he lost during the late summer disaster. This is the only job Paulk has ever had or ever wanted, and he said his trees are far more than his profession. “It’s...

Berries can provide a handsome return to growers, but they are tricky to grow. Doing the job right requires expertise like that displayed by agronomist Tomas Aguayo, who works in California’s Central Coast. Tomas has worked in many countries with many crops, and he said there is one foundational part of getting the highest quality and best yield. “Once of the thing I have learned is, no matter where you are or what crop you’re working for, it’s all about nutrition, always,” he...

Few foods are as iconic as the Idaho potato, and, considering the consistent quality and production levels, the top echelon reputation of these spuds is well-earned. Idaho is the nation’s largest potato producer.  The combination of rich soil and optimal weather provide a great environment for growing potatoes, but the task is not always an easy one. “Potatoes are very susceptible to certain diseases,” remarked Blake Matthews, a potato grower from Oakley, Idaho. “Early blight, late blight,...

Honeybees are among the hardest working and most vital of all of the Earth’s creatures. Beekeepers help guide these mighty insects through several vital tasks, including pollinating California’s 1.6-million-acre almond crop every spring. But there’s much more to bees than one season of work. Joel Smith and Ryan Razee own and operate Belliston Brothers Apiaries in Burley, Idaho, which began in the 1940s. Their bees not only help pollinate nut orchards in California’s Central Valley, but they...

Rice has been part of the foundation of California’s Sacramento Valley for more than a century, providing $5 billion a year to the state’s economy and virtually all of America’s sushi rice. The industry suffered through a devastating drought in 2022, and, thanks to a wet winter, returned to normal acreage, and is in the midst of a promising harvest.  “There’s rice everywhere and water to irrigate that rice,” said Kurt Richter, Vice President of Richter AG in Colusa. “All of the wildlife...

Growers and all involved in agriculture continually strive to grow the best quality food with the highest yields. Success, including at Betteravia Farms in Santa Maria, California, comes from dedication and innovation from the ground up, including from their Director of Agronomy, Cintia Perez. Her main areas of work are in plant health, soil management and pest control. Even with such favorable weather along the Central California Coast, agronomic problems arise and need to be dealt with...

The technology that has helped Redox Bio-Nutrients be a leader in efficient, carbon-based nutrition in agriculture has for many years also been a go-to for the turf industry. Big changes are underway for the Redox TurfRx™ line moving forward. Effective October 1, Redox will re-enter the turf market directly through turf retailers. Other changes include new packaging and new products en route. What doesn’t change is our company commitment to providing superior quality nutrition that benefits...

Farming goals were different when virtually everyone was growing food. Today, farming and ranching are often done well away from the public, and the average consumer has become less aware of what it takes to go from field to fork. The danger of a society without Agricultural literacy is huge, according to Shay Myers, CEO of Owyhee Produce. Myers regularly reaches millions of people with informative and entertaining content through @shayfarmkid on many social media platforms, but he said more...

Unpredictability is one of the most predictable aspects of farming. Growers in the Midwest have persevered through drought, but late rains should help their crops come harvest time. While corn and soybeans reign supreme in the Farm Belt, Illinois grower Andrew DeGroot has a more diverse set of crops, including peppers, squash, cabbage, and potatoes. He attributed the Redox Bio-Nutrients product diKaP as one key to help his crops through abiotic stress from dryer than normal conditions. “I...

Sometimes a change of scenery can bring clarity. Washington state hay grower Andrew Eddie had reservations about staying on the family farm in Moses Lake, but he had a change of heart, following his education at the University of Oregon. “I went and had a good experience in college,” he said. “Got a communications degree, then it came down to time to get after it, and I was like ‘you know, I’m going to go back to the farm and see how it goes’ and so far, it has worked out really well.  I...

Sustainability is one of the biggest areas of discussion and focus in agriculture today. Whether in the U.S. or many other countries, increasing farm efficiency in an environmentally sound way is the way of the future.  The University of Idaho’s ambitious CAFE, the Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment, aims to help many sectors of agriculture understand and implement sustainable practices in the future.   A major component of CAFE is a 640-acre dairy under construction near...

The Pacific Northwest not only has jaw-dropping scenery, it’s also a major food growing region.  In addition to growing 70 percent of the nation’s apples, Washington farmers produce 300 different crops, including potatoes, cherries, and wheat. Oregon is also an agricultural powerhouse, with $5 billion worth of crops produced yearly, including berries pears, onions, and sweet corn. Scott Drake of Innovative Farm Consulting is one of those helping farmers in the PNW succeed. He said he...

After a cooler and wetter than normal start to the year, the heat is on in many farming regions of the U.S. Excessive heat is one of the major types of abiotic stress that can harm trees and plants, ultimately leading to reduced crop quality and size. Fortunately, there are steps growers can take to help with abiotic stress defense.  Nutrition is a key part of successful farming, especially during stressful times. “We’re playing catch up from a cool spring,” said Redox Bio-Nutrients CEO,...

The more you know, the better chance of success. Gathering detailed intelligence is vital not only in miliary settings, but also in farming. Tyler Adams can attest to this winning combination. Adams spent nearly a decade in the US Army, including managing a nine-month counterinsurgency in Afghanistan. He’s now a field representative at Willard Agri-Service in Maryland, providing proven Redox Bio-Nutrients technology to help farmers get the most of their crops. “The more you understand the...

Getting produce from the farm to market involves many people working in unison, including produce brokers. One of those helping keep supermarkets and restaurants well-stocked is Steven Johnson with Florida Specialties. He markets a wide range of vegetables to retail, food service and various food distribution companies all over North America. He logs a lot of time on his three phones, to help get the best return for the growers he works for. That process isn’t for the faint-hearted. “It’s...

With worldwide competition and a myriad of challenges, advancements in technology have long been a key to financial health on the farm. While earlier breakthroughs were largely centered on machinery, the information revolution is playing a greater role in growing crops. Redox Bio-Nutrients has partnered with Canada-based ChrysaLabs and their real-time soil analysis technology. ChrysaLabs has developed a portable AI-based soil health probe that measures 37 soil nutrients and characteristics,...

Farmers gamble with each growing season, so it’s vital that whatever tools they use delivers as advertised. Redox Bio-Nutrients technology is put through multiple checks, including at our research farm in Burley, Idaho. Redox Director of Research and Development, Gifford Gillette, said he and the research team have more than 30 trials planned for this year, including some new crops this year – spinach, peppers, and broccoli. In addition, there are about 50 third party trials being carried...

The San Joaquin Valley is a vital producer of fruits, nuts, and vegetables, but it hasn’t been an easy stretch on the farm. Drought, supply chain issues, fallout from the pandemic, and gyrating input costs are some of the hurdles that growers face. Greg Schmidt strives to make a positive difference for farmers bringing stability to these uncertain times. Schmidt is a crop consultant at Buttonwillow Warehouse Company, an agricultural retailer that provides Redox Bio-Nutrients technology to...

A parade of storms allowed California to recover from a historic drought, although the cooler and wetter spring has delayed crops and important cultural practices. Third generation grower Jeff Colombini in San Juaquin County is among those impacted. His cherry harvest is 2 ½ weeks later than last year, due to the dramatic weather shift. In addition, ill-timed rain can cause the fruit to swell and crack, making the cherries unmarketable. Colombini remains calm through the ups and downs of...

Pecans and Perseverance History, innovation, and perseverance are keys to success for Putt Wetherbee, one of Georgia’s leading pecan growers. Despite the deep roots his family have in farming, this fifth-generation grower continues to seek new ways to improve efficiency and productivity. To this end, he finds promise in the emerging science of regenerative agriculture; a series of management practices to improve soil health and, ultimately reduce inputs and increase yields. Steps such as...

Jason Tyrone took a circuitous journey before establishing a highly successful vegetable farm in Lake Park, Georgia. After graduating from Mississippi State University, he returned to his home state of Arkansas to work. After additional steps, he established Tycor Farms in 2010 with his now brother-in law. Tycor Farms grows peppers, cucumbers, squash, eggplant, cabbage, and green beans. Their location offers many positives. Crops are grown in sandy soil, which drains well. The climate allows...

The annual Georgia Pecan Show is equal parts history and family, with nearly 900 growers and industry officials in attendance. In addition to renewing friendships and learning the latest technology, growers are on a mission to seek any way to boost their return on investment. This is especially important with crop prices down and higher input costs.  For Dee Simpson of Howhum Nurseries in Pelham, Georgia, utilizing Redox products has been a key to achieving the premium quality he seeks for...

Idaho Governor Brad Little, Ag Advocate Idaho agriculture is so much more than potatoes. Farmers and ranchers in the state grow more than 185 different commodities and provide some $8.5 billion to the Idaho economy each year, including Brad Little, 33rd Governor of the Gem State. Little and his wife, Teresa, are the latest in a long line of cattle ranchers in the family.  He said he’s committed to helping agricultural producers in several ways, including ensuring they have sufficient water...

About one-third of all the food we eat is made possible through hardworking honeybees. In fact, billions of bees are needed this time of the year to help pollinate 1.5 million acres of almond trees in California’s Central Valley, which is the largest single pollination event on earth. That massive number of bees needed to pollinate almonds come from many different locations, including Belliston Brothers Apiaries in Burley, a few miles from our Redox Bio-Nutrients Headquarters. Ryan Razee...

Orange juice from Florida is as ubiquitous as peaches from Georgia and almonds from California. However, it has been a bumpy ride of late. Urbanization, uncooperative weather, and an insect-spread disease in the groves have dropped estimated production at its lowest level since the Great Depression. The McLean family has persevered through this major industry challenge, through their innovative growing approach and finding a niche in the marketplace. Benny McLean in Lake County is joined by...