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 levels to open up tight soils. With dry weather already setting in, they share insights on deep ripping, foliar feeding, and strip testing to keep crops thriving—especially tobacco, corn, soybeans, and vegetables. Terry brings decades of experience, while Stephen shares what he's learning as he steps into a larger role. Practical, real-world farming talk from the Carolinas.

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