Redox Grows

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...

Innovation is a cornerstone of successful farming, and no one knows that more than grower Glenn Noma. After a long, successful career with the large California vegetable farm, Tanimura & Antle, he has a creative new endeavor in the Salinas Valley – hydroponic strawberries. Growing them in this unusual way provides many benefits, including providing berries to consumers during times when conven...

American farmers continue to set productivity records, although they face many impediments to success. Pam Lewison in Washington State knows those struggles personally, and she’s working to keep agriculture vital and viable.  Lewison is research director at the Washington Policy Center’s Center for Agriculture. Her mission includes making sure their elected officials understand how legislation and...

California avocados are a quintessential high value crop. They are beloved by consumers and a big part of Cinco de Mayo celebrations, with 80 million pounds of fruit sold. Grower Jason Cole in Santa Paula, California, said quality and sizing are vital for success,  and he spends great care in the nutrition he uses to achieve that. “We run a lot of humics and fulvics,” Cole said. “We use a ton of H...

Growers can be poised for abundant crops, only to see their production take a major hit due to a stress event like a heatwave or cold spell.  Abiotic stress can be detrimental to any crop. A weakened plant can also be more susceptible to biotic stresses like pests and disease.  Redox Corporate Agronomist John Kelly said stress losses can be lessened when fields and orchards have proper nutrition t...

Sustainable growing methods are garnering more attention and application in agriculture. Increased emphasis in Washington, D.C. on healthy eating could spur even more growth. Amy Bruch of Cyclone Farms in Nebraska  is helping interested growers shift from conventional to organic farming. Named Organic Farmer of the Year by a leading trade organization, Bruch runs AgriSecure, a consulting company t...

Vernon Jones saw firsthand the power of Redox TurfRx® technology as a superintendent before his current position as an agronomist and account consultant for Plant Health Solutions. As superintendent of The Polo Club in Boca Raton, Florida, he saw amazing results from a trial program on a struggling fairway. He expanded his use of TurfRx® products and has become a huge fan of the results.  He now h...

Fifth-generation grower Brandon Hunnicutt is passionate about making a positive impact well beyond his farm in Giltner, Nebraska. Hunnicutt is involved in leadership of many organizations, as he tries to best understand new technology and how he and other growers can improve in areas like synthetic nitrogen use, which has caused concern over impacts on groundwater and community health.  He said a...

When near the nation’s capital, Richardson Farms is a must stop for many. This family owned and operated farm in White Marsh, Maryland is well known for its fantastic produce and amazing meals in their market. The foundation of the business remains several hundred acres of vegetables, and Redox Bio-Nutrients is a big part of their quality harvests.  “Awesome track record,” said Brian Richardson, w...

Restoring our environment is as major focal point throughout the country, with billions of dollars spent each year. Soil reclamation projects are on the rise, including promising work being done in North Dakota with the help of Cody Hatzenbuhler of Pan Ag.  These projects involve restoring soil health in areas where degradation has occurred from numerous of factors, including excessive salt build...

Agriculture has changed a lot over the generations. From the Industrial and Green Revolution to the use of digital technology, farming continues to evolve to stay competitive and meet customer needs. The next revolution in agriculture may well involve farming for health –sophisticated inputs that have more profound impacts on plant yield and quality, leading to tastier, more nutritious food. “We h...

Robert Masson had an unusual path to Yuma, Arizona, and growers in the desert southwest are glad he made it. After time in the U.S. Navy, as a researcher for a Midwest popcorn company and soybean breeding technician in North Carolina, Masson has been an agricultural extension agent for the University of Arizona in Yuma since 2019. Masson works in several ways to help growers succeed, including con...

The Commodity Classic is one of the final shows in a very busy winter meeting season for growers. This year’s activities in Denver once again attracted thousands of growers and industry officials, with hundreds of exhibitors and many educational sessions. The kickoff session featured a packed house to watch Redox CEO Darin Moon outline how growers can optimize their nitrogen use. His message was w...

Business of Agriculture host Damian Mason puts in extraordinary air miles during the winter meeting season, and he made time to visit our headquarters in Burley for the second straight year. He toured the Redox research farm greenhouse and met with our head of research, Dr, Gifford Gillette. He also interviewed company president, Colton Moon. Recently named as Top Ag Influencer at the FarmCon Conf...

Humic and fulvic acid are gaining popularity on the farm, and new scientific understandings should lead to an even brighter future. “I think of humics and fulvics in agriculture as one of the greatest areas of opportunity for a farmer to bring biology into his system,” remarked Dr. Gifford Gillette, head researcher at Redox. “They really meet the needs placed upon us in agriculture right now from...