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The Biodefense Revolution with Meristem Crop Performance

In this episode of the Cornelius Seed Podcast, host Juan sits down with Shane Brockhoff of Meristem Crop Performance to break down what Meristem calls the “Biodefense Revolution.” From EPA-registered biologicals delivered through the planter box to innovative starter fertilizer technology, this conversation dives into practical, field-ready solutions for protecting yield in corn and soybeans. Shane explains Meristem’s patented Bio-Capsule™ delivery system, designed to keep biological products alive all the way to the furrow — while making it easy for growers to stack multiple layers of protection. We cover: 🌱 Guard X – An EPA-registered bacterial insecticide for corn rootworm that works by disrupting larvae host-location signaling, with discussion around timing (mid-June through mid-July), root regeneration response, and future label expansions (pending EPA approval). 🌾 Prephyte – A broad-spectrum biological fungicide labeled for 90+ diseases, functioning season-long as an endophyte to help manage root rots, crown rot, and more. 🌽 Excavator – A residue management tool designed to enhance mineralization, improve nutrient cycling (including phosphorus availability), and potentially reduce fertilizer costs — plus guidance on fall vs. spring application timing. 🚜 Upshift C+ – A concentrated starter fertilizer featuring phosphatase enzyme technology, zinc, stress-mitigating amino acids, and a low salt index for planter safety and improved nutrient efficiency. If you’re looking for practical insights into biological crop protection, planter-box delivery systems, and next-generation fertility strategies, this episode delivers real-world perspective straight from the field. Be sure to view our webpage for all of these offerings: https://www.corneliusseed.com/driving... ⏱ Episode Chapters 00:00 – Why Biodefense Matters: Protecting Yield from the Start 00:36 – Welcome to the Cornelius Seed Podcast 01:14 – Meet Shane Brockhoff: Agronomist, Farmer & Meristem Leader 02:45 – Corn Rootworm Pressure & The Biodefense Revolution 05:14 – Guard X: How This EPA-Registered Biological Insecticide Works 07:56 – Application Timing, Root Regeneration & Field Fit 10:51 – Prephyte: Season-Long Biological Disease Protection 14:24 – Soybeans: FNI Pail Concept, Inoculants & Replant Protection 15:55 – Excavator: Residue Breakdown & Nutrient Unlock 18:26 – Fall vs. Spring Application Strategy 21:59 – Upshift C+: Concentrated Starter Fertility with Enzyme Tech 25:28 – What’s Next in Biological Innovation 27:50 – EPA Labels, Trust & On-Farm Learning 30:45 – Wrap-Up & Thanks for Listening