Soil fumigation is underway in this hop field as part of the preparation for a successful growing season. Beginning with healthy soil helps manage soil conditions that can limit plant performance and supports strong establishment as the crop moves into the season. Trident's team works closely with growers to plan applications carefully and carry them out with precision and responsible practices in the field.

At Trident Ag Products combines field experience, research-driven approaches, and a strong focus on stewardship to support long term crop performance and sustainable farming operations.

Before the first tomato plants appear, the work has already begun underground.

Preparation and spraying of soil in pre-plantation is a strategic decision: reduce risks from the start, protect the root system and give the crop an even and strong start. Every prepared groove is a bet for healthier plants, more stable cycles, and a production that lasts over time. Because in tomato, as in all farming well done, success is built from the ground up.

Today, we recognize International Day of Women and Girls in Science by celebrating the incredible women of TriCal Diagnostics. In the lab and beyond, their expertise, precision, and dedication drive the science behind the solutions we deliver to agriculture every day.

We are proud to highlight the talented women whose work supports growers, advances innovation, and upholds the highest standards of quality and stewardship.

Introducing our new enclosed mobile filter and pump trailer. This mobile unit delivers flexible, reliable irrigation support across fields while protecting pumps and filters from weather and debris. A well designed filter and pump station helps ensure uniform water delivery, protects irrigation systems from clogging, and supports consistent crop performance throughout the season.

Practical, efficient, and built to keep your operation moving when it matters most.

Reddick’s Multi-Tank 300/100/50 Combo Poly Skid Sprayer delivers a fully self-contained solution for flatbed trucks. This three-tank system features a Kappa 43 Honda engine and a hose reel with 300 feet of hose, all mounted on a removable skid for easy installation.

Built with chemical-resistant poly tanks, corrosion-resistant aluminum frames, high-pressure jet agitation, and easy-access service points. Factory tested and fully assembled.

Reddick Equipment Company manufactures sprayers and equipment for plasticulture farming, lawn and turf, vegetation and forestry management, pest control, and de-icing. With 60 years of experience in diverse markets, we offer a wide range of equipment to meet various application needs.

R&D and customization are our specialty.

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According to Dr. Chad Hutchinson, Functional Sustainability in agriculture means measurable improvements in soil health, resource efficiency, and overall crop system performance — without sacrificing yield.

Advances in genomic soil analysis now allow us to evaluate soil health at the microbiome level, using DNA sequencing to assess bacterial and fungal populations. By comparing soils before and after practices such as soil fumigation, this technology provides objective insight into how inputs influence disease suppression, biological diversity, and long-term soil function.

Because meaningful sustainability starts below the surface, soil health data is becoming one of the most important tools for guiding better production decisions.

Cucurbitaceas present a high sensitivity to early stress. Soil management focused on reducing the initial load of diseases and nematodes allows for faster deployment, better soil volume exploration, and balanced vegetative development. These conditions translate into greater water efficiency, better yogurt and a more stable productive cycle.

TriCal Group Companies are committed to the safe and responsible use of soil fumigation. We strive to protect you, your community and the environment. Our Companies rely on decades of experience, thousands of in-field application trials, and hundreds of university research studies to find the perfect formulation that is healthy for your crops, profitable for your farm, and safe for your community.

Since 1987, at TriCal de Baja has worked with a single purpose: to strengthen agriculture from the ground up. TriCal de Baja's expertise in soil spraying and use of specialized technology allows us to provide effective solutions for the control of nematodes and soil diseases.

Over the years, TriCal de Baja has accompanied producers with a clear approach: healthier, more productive and sustainable crops from the root.

TriCal de Baja continues to grow together with agriculture, putting our knowledge and experience at the service of the producer.

For years, growers have told us the same story: healthier plants, stronger roots, better yields.

They know Strike works, but they wanted to know why.

So we went beneath the surface.

Across multiple seasons and crop rotations, field trials showed that one simple change led to something powerful: beneficial soil organisms didn’t disappear, they multiplied. In Strike-treated fields, populations of “good” microbes more than doubled, supporting root growth, suppressing disease, and strengthening crop resilience.

The image here reflects that reality. Healthy crops begin with healthy soil, where the right biology creates the foundation for long-term performance. This research challenges a long-held misconception. Strike isn’t about sterilizing soil; however, it’s about making room for biology that works with the crop. Because strong harvests don’t just start above ground—they begin in the soil.

Soil health is a key driver of crop success. Proven soil fumigation strategies can help improve soil conditions, support stronger stands, and increase marketable yields. The decisions you make today help shape next season’s results.

TriCal Group works closely in collaboration with universities and researchers to protect our food supply and health. The chemicals we use are registered in varying chemical formulations for maximum performance, safety, and environmental health. All have been listed as exempt under EPA residue tolerance, meaning no resulting residue in or on food grown after soil treatment with these chemistries.