17. Solving Soil, Water & Yield Problems with Chemistry

In this 17th episode, Bill we sat down with David Seagreen, a chemist, innovator, and one of the minds behind some of the most interesting developments in modern agriculture.

From growing up in a farming community in South Africa to building a fertilizer company in Western Australia, David shares the journey that shaped his thinking around soil, water, and plant nutrition.

We dive into:

• The real problem with water use in farming
• Why traditional approaches don’t always work
• The science behind products like Aquifer and CalBud
• How nanotechnology and surface area can impact plant growth
• And how small changes in application can lead to major differences in yield

This isn’t theory, it’s decades of hands-on experimentation, problem-solving, and pushing boundaries in agriculture.

If you’re interested in improving water efficiency, understanding soil behavior, or just thinking differently about farming inputs, this episode is worth your time.