Verdesian Life Sciences

02/12/2026

Proud moment for our team! Last week, Mike Zwingman (Director of Agronomy) and Kuide Qin, PhD (Chief Science Officer) joined WSJD-FM 100.5 to talk in southeastern Illinois.

They shared how Verdesian partners with ag retailers and growers to tailor Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) solutions to the realities of each region and operation—because every field (and every customer) is different. It’s the combination of deep R&D and a hands-on, local mindset that helps retail teams bring stronger recommendations to the farm gate and helps growers get more from every pass.

🎧 Listen here: https://wsjd.fm/new-blog-3

01/26/2026

Nutrient use efficiency (NUE) is how effectively a crop accesses and uses the nutrients available to it.

Improving NUE helps keep more of each applied nutrient available for uptake and conversion into crop growth, supporting stronger performance and protecting your input investment.

For , we’re sharing a simple framework for NUE: Verdesian’s 4 A’s—Availability in the soil, Acquisition at the root, Assimilation within the crop, and Advantage through increased profitability. 🌱

Read more: https://ow.ly/vgBH50Y3V5w

01/06/2026

As we kick off a new year, it’s a meaningful reminder that volunteering plays an essential role in building healthy, connected communities. A single act of kindness can brighten someone’s day, and even a small commitment of time can create lasting impact in the months ahead.

At Verdesian, we believe leadership isn’t limited to what happens inside the workplace or in the field; it’s demonstrated in the way our employees engage with the world around them. Through our volunteer program, team members are empowered to support the causes that matter most to them, in ways that are personal, flexible, and impactful.

In our latest blog, we’re sharing a few stories that highlight their commitment and celebrating the compassion our people bring beyond the workplace.

Read the full post: https://vlsci.com/blog/rooted-in-community-how-verdesian-employees-are-showing-up-in-their-communities-beyond/

From local service projects to community partnerships, Verdesian employees are helping neighbors thrive—showcasing leadership beyond the job.

12/22/2025

As the year comes to a close, we want to say thank you to the growers, partners, researchers, and team members who help move our mission forward every day.

Together, we’re advancing science-backed solutions that support stronger yields, smarter nutrient use, and more sustainable agriculture.

This season is a reminder that progress, like farming, takes care, collaboration, and a long-term view. We’re grateful to be on this journey with you.

Wishing you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season and continued growth in the year ahead. 🌾🌱✨

12/11/2025

2025 proved to be a landmark year of growth for Verdesian Life Sciences! 🌱

A big part of that momentum came from several new nutrient use efficiency ( ) products designed to help growers get more out of every acre. Since 2018, we’ve launched 35+ biological and NUE technologies, and this year’s additions reinforce our position as an NUE leader, with R&D power on par with much larger companies.

As we continue to grow, our mission stays the same: bring growers science-backed, field-proven tools that drive stronger yields, profitability, and long-term soil health.

To learn more about our newest technologies—including AMPLIO™, FLO-COAT BMZ™ and Phree-uP®—check out our latest news update 👇
https://ow.ly/ZyFl50XGR9v

12/10/2025

In this new dirt talk from Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Account Manager Garrett Gerding walks through how soil depth, hydrology, and organic matter impact day-to-day decisions .

If you’re working in heavier organic soils or variable ground, Garrett’s on-the-spot observations offer practical context you can take back to your own acres. 🌱

12/05/2025

The ground beneath our feet is more than just “dirt” – it’s a living system that shapes every decision we make in the field. 🌱

For , Verdesian East Region Technical Specialist Wilks Wood sat down with Certified Crop Advisor and The Mill partner, Ben Hushon, for a candid Q&A on what soil health really looks like in practice.

Together, they explore:
🔎 How to see soil health beyond a lab report
🪱 The role of soil biology, earthworms, and residue breakdown
🌳 Balancing ROI today with long-term land stewardship
🌾 How biologicals and nutrient use efficiency tools fit into the future of farming
🌎 Why farmers and ag retailers are uniquely positioned to be part of the environmental solution

At Verdesian Life Sciences, we’re proud to partner with retailers like The Mill and growers across North America and beyond who are investing in healthier soils—season by season, acre by acre.

Read the full World Soil Day Q&A with Wilks and Ben here: https://ow.ly/EZRs50XCZvL

11/26/2025

This week, we give a big thanks to the whole ag community: growers, farm workers, agronomists, retailers, and industry partners who keep operations running and our tables full. 🥔🌽🍞🥕

Many holiday favorites—mashed potatoes, sweet corn, fresh-baked bread, a glass of wine, and nut-filled desserts—depend on strong Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) for the quality and abundance we enjoy. At , we’re thankful for technologies that help farmers do more with every nutrient applied, enhancing uptake, improving , and turning efficiency into true abundance.

From all of us at Verdesian Life Sciences, thank you for everything you do!

Learn more about how NUE shows up on the holiday table: https://vlsci.com/blog/celebrating-science-and-gratitude-for-growers-this-thanksgiving/

11/20/2025

Cover crops aren’t just “filler” between crops—they’re an investment. 🌱

You’re putting seed, fuel, time, and acres into them, so they deserve the same planning and management as your cash crop.

The challenge? Cold snaps, dry spells, and narrow planting windows can all work against stand establishment. That’s where seed treatments like SEED+GRAPHITE® come in. Applied right in the tender or planter box, SEED+GRAPHITE helps:

🌱 Support uniform emergence and stand establishment
🌱 Build early root and shoot growth
🌱 Improve stress tolerance when conditions get tough

Our most recent blog breaks down why cover crops should be managed like the investment they are—and how SEED+GRAPHITE can help them pull their weight in the whole system. Read more:

Learn how proper cover crop stand establishment improves soil health, nutrient efficiency, and yield potential while supporting long-term field productivity.

10/31/2025

🎙️ In case you missed it!
Verdesian’s Greg Sanford joined The Scoop Podcast to share how proven agronomic research can help both retailers and growers make confident fertilizer decisions, even in tough times.

🎧 Listen here: https://ow.ly/guL450XkWNL

10/13/2025

🌍 On , we’re highlighting what really drives productive, sustainable farming: making every nutrient count.

Fertilizers are essential tools, but the difference comes from how efficiently they’re used. Smarter nutrient use means stronger performance in the field, better ROI, and healthier soils for the long haul.

At Verdesian, we call that Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) -- helping every acre work harder, economically and environmentally.

Learn more at vlsci.com

10/10/2025

As our Technical Specialist Wilks Wood, Ph.D. explains in the latest CropLife issue, phosphorus efficiency isn’t optional anymore - it’s key to protecting your bottom line.

When nutrients stay tied up in the soil, they can’t deliver ROI.
That’s why Phree-uP® works on both fronts: protecting applied phosphorus AND unlocking what’s already there.

🔗 Read the full story: https://ow.ly/4hQp50X9KIT