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.