08/27/2025

Taylor Flynn of Washington, Iowa developed a love for agriculture early in life, working for a neighboring farm from a young age. His passion for agriculture led to a career serving the farmers of southeast Iowa and northeast Missouri. With an education at Kirkwood Community College followed by a degree from Iowa State University, Flynn […]

08/19/2025

As the global leader in delivering live biologicals to farms through the patented Bio-Capsule™ Technology platform, logistics and supply chains play a vital role in the success of Meristem Crop Performance®. As Meristem’s new Senior Director of Production, Nick Mylonakis brings broad, international supply chain experience to the role.     “I’m originally from Florida and my […]

08/12/2025

With an August projection of the largest-ever U.S. corn crop from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the nation’s farmers have an opportunity to manage the record-setting amount of residue in fields this fall to cut fertilizer costs for 2026. “I wouldn’t be surprised if we have one of the best corn crops in Illinois around […]

08/06/2025

With top-tier speakers, family-friendly fun for all ages and the world’s most innovative product lineup to learn about, the 2025 Breakthrough to Excellence energized Meristem Crop Performance® dealer partners. Click here for a recap: https://youtu.be/kKyn2utmbTI?si=oVPUU5BLU8DSq1F7. Held at the beautiful Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, Wisconsin, July 30 to Aug. 1, 2025, the luau-themed Breakthrough to […]

08/05/2025

Meristem Crop Performance is taking a bold step forward in its mission to serve growers worldwide with the appointment of Guillermo Bort as Vice President of International Business Development. With decades of leadership across multiple continents, Bort brings deep global expertise and a passion for serving those who steward the land. “I have profound respect […]

07/31/2025

Powered by Ether™ Enzyme Technology, farmers can take more cost out Meristem Crop Performance launched the new Upshift C Plus dry concentrate starter fertilizer replacement at the Breakthrough to Excellence dealer/partner exchange. The easy-to-use Upshift C Plus at-plant fertility program is powered by a patented enzyme package that unlocks phosphorus and other nutrients. The 12-58-0 […]

07/16/2025

Jonathan Schneider brings his deep agricultural roots and relationships in southern Illinois to his new role as a sales representative for Meristem Crop Performance. Growing up on his family’s southern Illinois dairy and row-crop operation set the stage for Schneider’s work ethic and career. He earned Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Agribusiness Economics […]

07/15/2025

Dr. Fred Below: It’s win-win for everybody. Third-party research is an important component of Meristem’s mission to help farmers produce more bushels for less. “We know our products perform for farmers. Our patented Bio-Capsule Technology™ consistently guarantees delivery of living biology to where the farmer needs it. We’re excited to go beyond our own research […]

06/25/2025

By Matt Reese, Meristem Crop Performance I have spent the better part of my life talking with farmers about crop production and agronomy. Through those years I have yet to meet one farmer yearning for geopolitics to have a role of influence in the management of their operation. And yet, as the world grows smaller, […]

06/17/2025

“…it will be exciting to see him amplify the traction we are already getting in Iowa and Minnesota…” New Regional Director of Sales: Jeff Dilbeck has joined Meristem Crop Performance® with a focus on Iowa and Minnesota. Veteran agronomic professional Jeff Dilbeck has joined Meristem Crop Performance®, one of the fastest-growing crop input suppliers in […]