The Growers Mineral Podcast
Welcome to The Growers Mineral Podcast—a show for farmers who want to get more from their soil, inputs, and bottom line.
Brought to you by Growers Mineral Corp., this podcast dives into the science and stories behind Growers Mineral Solutions (GMS)—a noncorrosive 10-20-10 liquid crop nutrient used in the Growers Program. GMS is easy to handle, safe to apply, and one of the few products on the market that helps farmers meet CAFO and nutrient management regulations while still increasing productivity.
We’ll hear from real farmers, field reps, and agronomists who are using GMS and high-calcium lime to build better soils, grow higher-energy crops, and improve long-term soil structure. These conversations cover plant nutrition, input efficiency, yield improvements, and what it really takes to make smart agronomic decisions in today’s environment.
This isn’t organic farming—it’s better farming. It’s about making practical, science-based improvements that pay off in the field.
If you're interested in:
- Boosting crop energy and quality
- Maximizing fertilizer efficiency
- Improving soil health through lime and balanced nutrition
- Navigating environmental regulations while staying profitable
…then you're in the right place.
Growers Mineral has been helping farmers succeed since 1955.
👉 Learn more or connect with us: https://linktr.ee/growersmineral
Episodes
118 episodes
Conference Call: October 2025
In this October 2025 Growers Mineral Conference Call, farmers and industry voices from across the U.S. discuss regional crop conditions, calcium applications, and the economics of sustainable soil health.Topics covered include:...
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Conference Call: September 2025
In this September 2025 Growers Mineral Conference Call, farmers and industry voices from across the U.S. share real-world experiences, crop updates, and market insights.Topics covered include:00:22– Fertilizer costs & Growers’ a...
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The Missing Link in Soil Health | The Growers Mineral Podcast ft. Markus Weber
In this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, National Sales Manager Chris Kohls sits down with Markus Weber, a fruit tree nursery owner and district manager based in Ontario, Canada. Originally from the Black Forest in Germany, Markus shares...
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Growers Q&A: Calcium, Water & Plant‑Powered Nutrition
Sales manager Chris Kohls hands Jim Halbeisen a stack of the most‑asked field questions—and they don’t hold back. In this deep‑dive episode you’ll learn:Why Growers Mineral isn’t certified “organic.” Jim explains the urea roadblock and ...
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Blueberries, Calcium & Letting Crops Talk — ft. Merck Farms
In this episode, southeast-Georgia growers Bob & Jesse Merck join Jim Halbeisen and Chris Kohl to break down how calcium nutrition, balanced soil biology, and water chemistry turned rain-soaked frustration into record yields, 5-month shelf ...
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Maryland Agriculture, Nutrient Laws, and Composting | ft. Dennis Grove
In this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, we talk with Dennis Grove from Maryland’s Eastern Shore. With decades of experience as a farmer, poultry producer, and Growers rep, Dennis shares his insights on everything from nutrient managemen...
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Low Input, High Return: Farming with the Grove Family ft. Lowell and Wednell Grove
In this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, we talk with Pennsylvania-based father-son duo Lowell and Wendell Grove, longtime farmers and trusted Growers reps. Hosted by Jim Halbeisen, this down-to-earth conversation covers everything from ...
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Growers Q&A: Practical Advice from the Field
Jim Halbeisen Answers Your Questions – Growers Mineral Q&A In this Q&A session, Jim Halbeisen answers some of the most common questions we get from farmers, agronomists, and curious listeners.Topics include:
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It Starts with Water: Crop Health from the Ground Up ft Matt Gooding
What happens when you get the water right?In this episode, Jim Halbeisen sits down with Matt Gooding to talk about the critical role water plays in nutrient uptake, foliar feeding, and crop response. They cover what they’re seeing in th...
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Think Different, Farm Better – Insights from Jerry Stutzman
In this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, we sit down with Jerry Stutzman, a Missouri-based farmer with deep experience in row cropping, pasture management, and non-conventional farming practices. Jerry shares his journey—from raising com...
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Drones, Foliar Feeding & Why Forage Quality Wins ft. Loren Scherping & Jeff Miller
In this episode, host Jim Halbeisen is joined by Chris Kohls in the field with longtime Growers customer Jeff Miller and district manager Loren Scherping. They discuss drone foliar feeding, the importance of forage quality, calcium applications...
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Soil Health Starts with Calcium: A North Dakota Perspective ft. Keith Shutt
In this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, we sit down with Keith Shutt, a lime spreader and independent operator based in Minto, North Dakota, just south of the Canadian border. Keith shares how he built his busines...
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Grow More with Less: Eddie Jantzi’s Dairy Approach
🎙 From the Barn to the Field: Eddie Jantzi on Forage Quality, Calcium, and Simpler FarmingIn this episode, we head north to Ontario to visit with long-time Growers user and dairyman Eddie Jantzi. Eddie shares what it's like...
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Floods, Frost, and Farming: Gerald Hursh Talks Real Challenges in Agriculture
In this episode, we sit down with Gerald Hursh, a long-time Growers customer and Lancaster County farmer with deep roots in both crop production and custom spraying. Gerald shares stories from his recent flood relief trip to Kentucky, offers pr...
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Foliar Feeding 101: What It Is, Why It Works, and How to Do It Right | Growers Mineral Podcast
In this episode, Jim Halbeisen and James Schiltz break down the science, strategy, and real-world success behind foliar feeding—a core part of the Growers Program.You’ll learn:✅ Why phosphorus fuels plant energy✅ How calcium imp...
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Improving Soil, One Field at a Time | Mike Bulcher Interview
In this episode, we sit down with Ohio farmer Mike Bulcher, whose family has used the Growers program since 1958. Mike shares how a chance encounter with soil expert Doc Tiedjens changed everything—introducing a radical idea at th...
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Conference Call: April 2025
Growers Mineral April Call | Calf Barn Setup, Frost Protection, High-Brix Strawberries & MoreIn this month’s Growers Mineral Conference Call, we cover real-world results and insights from the field just in time for spring. Mik...
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Dry Spring, Deep Roots – How Southern Growers Prepare - The Growers Mineral Podcast
In this episode, Jim Halbeisen connects with Terry and Stephen Norris—Growers Mineral reps on the NC/SC border. They dive into the early start to the 2025 season, calcium’s critical role in soil health, and the importance of balancing magnesium...
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Feeding the Soil: A Farmer’s Take on the Growers Program | Growers Mineral Podcast
In this episode, Jim Halbeisen sits down with central Iowa farmer David Armstrong, who’s been using the Growers Mineral program for over 30 years. David shares why he believes feeding the soil biology is the key to healthier crops, better cattl...
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Better Peaches, Frost Protection | Growers Mineral Podcast | In My Opinion w/ Jim Halbeisen
In this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, Jim Halbeisen and Marty Whitsitt discuss frost protection for fruit trees, particularly peaches, using Growers Mineral Solutions. They share insights from a Southwestern Indiana grower who experie...
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Conference Call: March 2025
From Struggling Soils to Thriving Farms | Growers Mineral Podcast – February Conference CallIn this episode of the Growers Mineral Podcast, we bring you audio from our February 2025 conference call, held March 13th. Jim Halbeisen ...
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In My Opinion: With Jim Halbeisen
For more success stories and information about the Growers Program, visit us at http://www.growersmineral.com/ or call us at 1-800-437-4769.Find us online!Our Links https://linktr.ee/growersmineral Our Podcast: https://grow...
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Calcium, Clean Products, and Challenges: Insights from the South
Join Jim Halbeisen, Growers Mineral's Director of Research, as he hosts a podcast live from the Growers Mineral annual meeting. Standing together in the podcast booth, Daniel Weaver from Georgia and Terry Norris from South Carolina share their ...
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Dairy, Beef, & Soil Health: Practical Farming Strategies with Growers Mineral
In this episode, Jim Halbeisen, Director of Research at Growers Mineral, sits down with Curvin Horst and Stanley Sensenig, third- and fourth-generation farmers, to discuss their farming operations, the Growers Program, and how they apply proven...
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Wisconsin Farming Innovations: Daniel Wolf's Experience with the Growers Program
Join Jim Halbeisen, Growers Mineral's Director of Research, as he interviews Wisconsin sales rep Daniel Wolf. Discover how Daniel implements the Growers Program to enhance crop quality, improve forage production, and optimize farm inputs. From ...
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