Can a Soil Fumigant Double as a Biostimulant?
Where in the world will TriEst Ag be?
Looking for a New Career Opportunity?
Breaking Down the Details on Chloropicrin
CELEBRATE SMART IRRIGATION MONTH WITH TRIEST
Could a Soil Fumigant be Used as a Bio-Stimulant?
TriEst Ag Group: Partners in Profitability
Low Dose Chloropicrin – When SweetPotato Set is at Stake
Erwin Newell of TriEst Ag Group Joins the IA Board
2023 Trial: Impacts of Soil Fumigation of Tobacco
Ag News | By TriEst Ag.
- Can a Soil Fumigant Double as a Biostimulant?
At TriEst Ag Group, we’re always exploring new frontiers in agriculture. Recently, Josh Mays, our Director of Agronomy, and Josh Freeman, Georgia Regional Sales Manager, sat down to discuss an intriguing concept: can a soil fumigant also act as a biostimulant? In their conversation, they dive into the fascinating science behind chloropicrin, a well-known tool… Read more: Can a Soil Fumigant Double as a Biostimulant? - Where in the world will TriEst Ag be?
TriEst will be attending several tradeshows and conferences that represent a variety of crops across the US in January and February and we hope to see you there at these great events. January 8th – Annual Blueberry Update January 8, 20259:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The Blueberry Warehouse (199 Tobacco Lane, Alma, GA 31510) This… Read more: Where in the world will TriEst Ag be? - Looking for a New Career Opportunity?
TriEst Ag Group is hiring. Even when we aren’t hiring, we’re excited to hear from knowledgeable people who may be a great fit for our company. We are a distributor and applicator of soil fumigants, irrigation, fertilizer, equipment, grafted plants, and other products with a focus on fresh fruits, vegetables, and tobacco. We have developed… Read more: Looking for a New Career Opportunity? - Breaking Down the Details on Chloropicrin
Let’s break down the facts on why Chloropicrin is a powerful tool for providing consistent return on investment for growers of specialty crops around the world. Chloropicrin can be used to optimize soil health and productivity by combating pests and stimulating beneficial soil microbes. Chloropicrin has been used as a foundational agricultural product for soil-borne… Read more: Breaking Down the Details on Chloropicrin - CELEBRATE SMART IRRIGATION MONTH WITH TRIEST
TriEst Ag Group proudly celebrates Smart Irrigation Month by helping growers maximize water-use efficiency every day. Smart Irrigation Month is a public awareness campaign to promote efficient water use. Focused on July, Smart Irrigation Month highlights effective practices and innovative technologies to Smart irrigation technologies equip farmers with information they need to know regarding when… Read more: CELEBRATE SMART IRRIGATION MONTH WITH TRIEST
Recent Posts
- Can a Soil Fumigant Double as a Biostimulant?
- Where in the world will TriEst Ag be?
- Looking for a New Career Opportunity?
- Breaking Down the Details on Chloropicrin
- CELEBRATE SMART IRRIGATION MONTH WITH TRIEST
- Could a Soil Fumigant be Used as a Bio-Stimulant?
- TriEst Ag Group: Partners in Profitability
- Low Dose Chloropicrin – When SweetPotato Set is at Stake
Meet the authors.
Chad Hutchinson
Chad Hutchinson is the Global Director of Potato Research and Market Support for TriEst Ag and its umbrella company, the TriCal Group. He received his degree in Plant Physiology/Horticulture from Purdue University in 1997. Chad was on the faculty of the University of Florida and the state potato specialist for ten years. He has worked with potato producers around the world on topics ranging from variety selection, crop nutrition, soil health, and soil disease suppression helping potato farmers be successful. He is recognized by his peers for his knowledge of crop production and soil fumigation practices and their influence on potato crop yield and quality. Chad is a regular invited speaker globally on topics related to soil fumigation, soil health, and potato crop production.
Joshua Mays
Joshua Mays serves as the Corporate Agronomist for TriEst Ag Group. He focuses on providing sales and product support through agronomic research, crop production systems development, and soil fertility practices. Josh has worked predominately with commodity and specialty crop production in North Carolina. He was previously employed by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as a Regional Agronomist, focusing on crop fertility programs and soil/tissue analysis. His background includes working closely with growers to incorporate hemp into their portfolios, building the agronomic program and providing in-the-field education and support. He has also developed research protocols and managed farm projects in peaches, strawberries, blueberries, caneberries and traditional row crops. Josh began his career in agriculture as the Owner/Operator of Full Circle Agronomics, a crop consulting business that specialized in variable rate fertility programs and integrated pest management. He earned his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Agricultural Education & Professional Service from North Carolina A&T State University. He also holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Turfgrass Management from North Carolina State University.
Josh Freeman
Josh Freeman is a Regional Manager for TriEst Ag Group covering Georgia and North Florida. He also works with the agronomy team at TriEst to support the sales team and growers with fertility, pest management, and cultural practice recommendations. Josh received his Bachelor’s degree from Clemson University in Entomology and his Ph.D. from the University of Florida in Horticulture. Josh was on the faculty at Virginia Tech and the University of Florida for 16 years where he conducted research and extension activities on vegetable crops. Much of Josh’s career has been focused on finding solutions for soil-borne disease and weed issues that are yield limiting factors for growers.