Planet Earth becomes Meristem’s Ally in helping farmers to gain access to the latest beneficial and field-ready Microbials
US based Meristem Crop Performance Group, LLC and Planet Earth Agronomy, LLC, has announced a new strategic product development alliance designed to bring innovative biological products to American farmers. Under the relationship, Meristem and Planet Earth will work closely to develop and market yield-enhancing technology.
“This is the next step in our journey to create the first direct-to-farm business channel connecting the latest R&D to 20 million acres and beyond,” says Mitch Eviston, Meristem Founder and CEO. “Larry Fiene and his team at Planet Earth Agronomy have tested and refined new biologicals and biostimulants from all over the world and together we will bring them to market at a price point that helps farmers make the most of every dollar they spend on these new inputs. We are happy to have Planet Earth as a key partner in this effort to serve farmers and break down barriers to in-field application of this beneficial technology.”
Fiene said, “The alliance with Meristem will boost promising microbial solutions into the marketplace faster and extend the reach of Planet Earth Agronomy to more new farmers and independent, locally-controlled retailers.
“Farmers need real-life solutions that work under the stress of efficient, intensive crop production,” said Fiene. “We’re finding new methods of making biologicals and synthetics work together, be effective in the spray tank or on dry fertilizer and provide a better ROI (return on investment) for growers.”
Meristem is building their initial biological line up, including products to aid in the breakdown on crop residue and enhance nutrient release, industry leading microbial packages for corn and soybeans, and a best-in-class stress mitigation product.
Joe Gednalske, product technology consultant for Meristem said,“Global investments in biologicals are increasing rapidly and we are thrilled to work with Larry Fiene and the Planet Earth team to characterize and deliver products to farmers that will deliver practical performance.”
