Redox Grows

Born and raised in South Africa, Herman Els has covered a lot of ground before finding his ideal job. As Agronomy Manager at Limoneira, a large and historic farm in Southern California, Herman is overseeing a major cropping change. They are switching hundreds of acres from lemons to avocados, and are in process of being America’s largest avocado grower. Els said their new orchards are looking grea...

Sometimes in farming, more isn’t always better. Plant nutrition is a classic example where quality trumps quantity. Plant charge balance is crucial to yield and quality. It’s not pounds per acre, but charge per acre that matters most. Redox Active Molecules (RAM) balance plant charge by donating or accepting electrons.  RAM are part of every product at Redox Bio-Nutrients. Our growing understandin...

South Carolina not only has hundreds of golf courses, it’s also where the first where American golf got it’s start.  Keeping turfgrass in great shape still is a major focus, especially considering the area sees extreme hold and cold conditions.  Sam Adams is in charge of making Paris Mountain Country Club look its best, and he relies on a host of Redox TurfRx products to get the job done.    “For...

Nitrogen is the most used macronutrient and has long been crucial to abundant crops. New understandings indicate there are ways to reduce nitrogen use while maintaining yield and quality, as well as improving the environment.  Our patented new technology  RDX-N® is changing this landscape in an unprecedented way. A small amount of RDX-N, added along with liquid nitrogen applications, replaces up t...

One of every three U.S. potatoes is grown in Idaho, and the industry has a well-earned reputation of quality and abundance. Miller Research is a 50-year-old family business that contributes to that success. Their work, combined with others in the scientific community, led to a near doubling of Russet Burbank potato yields over the last 50 years. Terry Miller and his son, Jeff, have rich academic b...

Family is the heart of farming and has been for generations. Lindsay LaMora spent much of her early years following along with her father, Jeff Alicandro, a crop consultant with a legendary reputation in New York. Following Jeff’s passing, Linsday decided to follow in his giant footsteps, and is now working in a similar capacity with growers, through her work at Ag BioTech. Lindsay says getting th...

With lackluster crop prices, volatile trade markets and rising fertilizer costs, there’s a lot of pressure on grower profitability. One helpful step is better managing input costs without giving up performance, which can be done through Redox technology, powered by RAM. RAM, Redox Active Molecules, is a scientific term that describes molecules that give or take a charge, helping plant charge balan...

Farming carries a $41 billion a year impact in North Dakota, although growers face their share of hurdles, including salt buildup. Corn growers Tye Schneider and Chad Ottmar have found a successful crop nutrition program with technology from Redox.  “I’ve been doing side by side trials,” Schneider said. “The Redox always looks better. It looks greener and always seem to fill up a little faster on...

There’s a crowded field of biostimulants, although precious few have the history, track record of success, and now certification that Redox has. The Fertilizer Institute has certified Mainstay® Calcium 2.0 as a certified biostimulant, which speaks directly to how it delivers on three crucial parts of successful farming: efficacy, safety, and composition. Certification is an excitement development...

With 180 million acres of crops, the Midwest is an essential food producer, especially when it comes to corn and soybeans. More growers are utilizing cutting edge products from Redox Bio-Nutrients to get the most from their fields. Part of the education process includes the XPRT Farm in Missouri Valley, Iowa, with more than 500 acres of corn and soybeans in production. Here, growers see firsthand...

Dedicated, diligent and competitive are characteristics that will take you far, and they are part of what makes Ben Jauregui in demand among California berry growers. Jauregui is a PCA with AG RX, a valued company that works with Redox products. He shepherds 2,000 acres of crops along California’s Central Coast, predominately strawberries. Part of his successful formula involves continuing his hun...

The Great Basin region features diversity of crops and weather that can change remarkable fast.  Redox Sales Agronomist Brett Reed works with many growers to ensure their crops are performing at their peak. He said a crucial factor for success among any field is achieving plant charge balance, where the focus is on charge per acre, not pounds of material applied per acre.  Reed said bio-nutrition,...

For five generations spanning nearly a century, Pennsylvania’s Pine Valley Farms has been the epitome of two hallmarks in farming- premium quality and maximum yield.  Grower Kegan Wright and his family devote significant hours on their farm and greenhouses, growing an A-Z list of produce. Their customer base is varied, including three retail outlets. Prioritizing the most effective nutrition, incl...

Accurate data about meaningful technology is vitally important to productive farm fields. The Redox Research Farm is not only comprised of two PhD’s, but significant work is also carried out by the balance of the farm team.  The group works cohesively to maintain the crops on the Research Farm, as well as collect data that helps prove out the breakthrough technology provided by Redox.  “In order f...

California grows 90 percent of the nation’s strawberries, and many people are devoted to ensuring continued success for this $3 billion industry. The Cal Poly Strawberry Center has been a model for practical research, with continued innovations in pest and disease fighting, as well as technology advancements. One of the more visually captivating new technologies is a robotic harvester. After years...

Providing growers with effective plant nutrition is a balancing act alongside regulation and consumer demands. Independent Ag Retailers, including AG RX along California’s Central Coast, play a pivotal role. AG RX CEO Brian Lish said their expertise and product flexibility help them provide the best solutions to growers. “At times I eat at McDonalds and it’s going to be the same just about everywh...

Aptly known as America’s breadbasket, the U.S. Midwest is a powerhouse for corn and soybean production.  Growers with generations invested in the land often seek ways to stay competitive during frequently volatile times.  The Redox Midwest team has generated growing interested in our bio-nutrition technology, combining highly efficient, impeccably sourced plant nutrition with synergistic biostimul...

The dairy industry is not only a massive part of agriculture, but also a critical part of the U.S. economy and our nation’s food security. The University of Idaho’s CAFE Project will provide a major boost, as the nation’s largest research dairy is on track to be up and running next spring. This high-tech facility will comprehensively cover major facets of the dairy industry, to help quantify and e...

Strong relationships and providing excellent service are hallmarks to successful business. They have been keys to success for Alan Tarp of Integrated Crop in the Salinas Valley. Tarp has worked with growers on crop nutrition for nearly 50 years, and he’s a big believer in Redox technology.  “Redox has become very integral in what I do,” Tarp said. “What Redox brings to the table are solutions that...

The average U.S. grower is over 58 years of age. The number of family farms in America is shrinking. For health and the well-being of our country, we need a strong contribution from the next generation. Fortunately, there’s a growing number of talented younger people getting involved. Allisen Carmichael, Director of Operations with Sierra Pacific Farms in Ventura County in Southern California over...

Sunny, warm conditions are key to crop development, but how can growers protect their crops when the inevitable heatwave hits? Fortunately, Redox provides great technology to keep plants strong. diKaP® includes a powerful biostimulant along with excellent phosphorus and potassium nutrition to maintain plant respiration during stress events. The end result often leads to more favorable yield and qu...

Long term success in agriculture greatly benefits from smart innovation. New technology is not only tractors and software, it also includes crop nutrition. Christopher Hight at Bonipak Produce in Santa Maria, California, is constantly innovating. As lab manager of a large grower/packer/shipper, his job includes in house soil testing and on-site tank mixing.  He’s a certified crop advisor and helps...

Those savvy enough to continually evaluate data have an edge on keeping their business successful.  David Holden of Holden Research and Consulting in Ventura County California  has for many years helped companies, including Redox, evaluate products for their effectiveness. His research has included more than 750 biostimulant type trials in the last 20 years, and Holden said well-researched biostim...

The movie character Indiana Jones is one of the most iconic and adventurous characters in history. While Harrison Ford carried out his impressive acting as Indy, Dr. Richard Hansen has carried out similar adventures in real life – with a few major differences. “Before he crashed in the airplane, he always jumps out and saves himself. We stay on the airplanes until after they crash,” Hansen said. “...

There’s a way to further maximize farm production and do it sustainably. It involves understanding redox potential and how it helps plants focus on growth, health and quality.  Dr. Olivier Husson, a world-renowned expert in plant and soil health, has identified a revolutionary approach of analyzing the pH and Eh of plants, to ensure they are in proper balance.  He said this critical analysis means...