Key Takeaways
- Replenish Nutrients provides an update on its 2023 agronomic research programs.
- The company is focusing on sustainable agricultural practices and expanding into the turfgrass market.
- The crop rotation trial with Farming Smarter enters its second phase.
- Replenish’s turfgrass market venture in the U.S. is in its fourth year.
- Early results from research plots show positive impacts on soil health and crop performance.
Replenish Nutrients: Expanding Agronomic Research Initiatives
Replenish Nutrients Holding Corp. (formerly EarthRenew Inc.) is making significant strides in advancing sustainable agricultural practices through its 2023 agronomic research programs. These initiatives represent a strategic expansion in the company’s research endeavors, particularly in crop rotation trials and exploring new markets like turfgrass.
Crop Rotation Trial: A Step Further with Farming Smarter
In collaboration with Farming Smarter, Replenish enters the second phase of a crop rotation trial, maintaining consistent fertilizer treatments while introducing different crops. This extended trial aims to analyze the ongoing effects of Replenish’s products on crop growth, yield, and soil health. Preliminary results suggest that their fertilizers, particularly HESO and Rebuilder, perform on par with standard fertilizers. The full insights, especially regarding soil health, are expected to be unveiled in early 2024.
Breaking Ground in the Turfgrass Market
Marking its fourth year in the turfgrass market, Replenish has been conducting a project at Indian Springs Golf Course in Montana. This venture aims to assess the effectiveness of their products in improving turfgrass aesthetics and soil health. The study, utilizing Biome Makers technology, has shown promising results, indicating a positive impact on soil biology and plant health. A collaborative webinar with Biome Makers is scheduled for early 2024 to discuss these findings in detail.
Ongoing Research at Strathmore, AB
Replenish continues its research at its plot outside Strathmore, AB, focusing on microbial soil health improvements. The 2023 trial on feed barley showed that Replenish’s Rebuilder formula outperformed conventional Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) in various plant health metrics. These findings reinforce the positive influence of their fertilizers on soil health and crop performance.
Corporate Growth and Market Expansion
Neil Wiens, CEO of Replenish Nutrients, highlighted the company’s dedication to agronomic research and development. The successful trials have translated into increased adoption and distribution of Replenish products, as evidenced by robust sales volumes in Q3 and Q4 of 2023. The company’s financial trajectory shows a consistent improvement, with a promising outlook for the future. Furthermore, the success in turfgrass trials has sparked significant interest in the retail lawn and garden market, presenting a new avenue for growth.
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