Jan 3, 2012
Mr. Steven Fennimore
Salinas USDA Station
1636 E. Alisal street
Salinas, CA 93905
Dear Mr. Fennimore,
We know from years of experience that the key to preventing plant diseases is a healthy soil.
I would like to share with you our experience using all natural, non-toxic microbial products to
replace methyl bromide.
Our largest client is a 30,000 plus acre farm in Florida. He grows tomatoes, cucumbers and
peppers for one client. In 2007 he used Quantum Growth products in his greenhouses to produce
superior transplant seedlings in an effort to improve the survival rate following transplanting.
The results were so impressive he made the decision in 2008 to use Quantum Growth throughout
the farm via the drip irrigation system. The results were:
1. A substantial reduction in fertilizer usage.
2. A complete elimination of methyl bromide usage.
3. A reduction in irrigation demand.
4. A 26% increase in tomato yield.
5. A three week shorter growing season.
6. A complete elimination of nematode damage.
7. A reduction in his fertilizer and chemical budget from $ 15 million to just over $ 4 million.
The blueberry nursery featured in the enclosed testimonial was using 7 different input products
including methyl bromide. Today he is using only 2 input products (fertilizer and Quantum
Growth) and providing his clients with superior plants. Note they don't use any fumigant on the
blueberry or strawberry plants.
We have numerous golf course superintendents and managers of sport fields and parks who have
eliminated the use of fungicides much to the delight of golfers and parents.
Quantum Growth
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If you would like additional information on Quantum Growth products please visit our web site
www.agronaturalsciences.com
Respectfully,
Brian Griggs
Agro Natural Science's
PO Box 3970
Fresno, CA 93650
www.agronaturalsciences.com
Cell (559) 905-5865
Fax (559) 439-3403
2012 Green Pepper Study by Rutgers University
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Percent Yield Increase per Acre
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