What role does sugar play in crop production?

In this bonus episode of The RED Effect Podcast, the team sits down with ADM Lead Agronomist James Steinberger to explore the science behind REDVITA 43 and why sugar has become an important tool in modern crop nutrition. From feeding beneficial soil microbes to improving nutrient use efficiency, supporting plant health, and enhancing stress tolerance, they break down how carbon-based nutrition can help maximize crop performance throughout the season.

The conversation also covers practical application timings for corn, soybeans, wheat, and alfalfa, the importance of maintaining plant energy during stressful conditions, and why healthier plants often lead to more consistent yields. Whether you're already using REDVITA 43 or simply want to better understand the role of sugar in your fertility program, this episode is packed with practical agronomic insights.

What happens when proven technology meets a trusted agronomy partner?

In this episode of The RED Effect Podcast, we discuss the new partnership between REDSTAR and ADM and what it means for growers. Learn how ADM's proven NeoVita® 43 technology is now being brought to market as REDVITA43, combining ADM's research and innovation with REDSTAR's manufacturing, distribution, and agronomic support. Together, the partnership is expanding access to a proven biostimulant that supports soil microbial activity, improves nutrient use efficiency, and helps maximize crop performance.

Join us as we explore the science behind REDVITA43, why this partnership matters, and how growers can use it to build healthier soils, improve fertilizer efficiency, and drive stronger returns in the field.

What if the biggest yield-limiting factors on your farm are the ones you can't see?

In Episode 23 of The RED Effect Podcast, we're joined by Austin Koch from EarthOptics to discuss how advanced soil intelligence is helping growers make more informed agronomic decisions. Learn how DNA-based soil analysis goes beyond traditional soil testing to uncover hidden challenges and opportunities beneath the surface.

From soil biology and nutrient availability to disease pressure, nematodes, compaction, and overall soil health, this episode explores how better data leads to better decisions. Austin shares how understanding what's happening below the surface can help improve ROI, target inputs where they're needed most, and take the guesswork out of crop management.

If you're looking for practical ways to maximize every acre, reduce unnecessary inputs, and gain a deeper understanding of your soil, this episode is one you won't want to miss.