Growers Farm Meetings & Seminars
Growers Mineral is pleased to present educational seminars for farmers interested in a lower input style of agriculture. These meetings offer practical insight backed by over 65 years of on-farm experience and are led by knowledgeable members of our team who are passionate about regenerative practices and soil health.
Meet the Team
Jim Halbeisen
Jim leads our seminar program. He holds a B.S. in Soil Science and an M.S. in Agronomy from South Dakota State University. Born and raised on a crop and livestock farm in Fremont, Ohio, Jim’s family has used the Growers Program since 1955. He brings decades of experience and research to every discussion, building on the work of Dr. Victor A. Tiedjens, author of More Food from Soil Science.
Director of Research
Chris Kohls
National Sales Manager
Chris brings nearly 30 years of sales experience across industries like printer/copiers, compact equipment, and engine technology. After great success in his roles, he founded his own fuel additive company. Now part of our team, Chris shares the company’s history, and family roots — highlighting leaders like Dr. Teijdans and Joe Henry — while diving into the product’s unique manufacturing process, which remains unmatched in the market. His deep expertise and passion make him a trusted resource for customers and partners.
Seminar Topics
The principles of scientific agriculture developed by Dr. Victor A. Tiedjens
Soil and environmental quality
Nutrient availability for plants and animals
Integrating disciplines within agriculture
Practical uses of Growers Mineral Solutions (GMS)
These events are designed to serve farmers who depend on healthy soil for their livelihood. We encourage you — and your spouse or business partner — to attend and join the conversation about the future of sustainable agriculture.
James grew up farming in Pennsylvania and New York, later moving into organic grain production. He earned his agronomy degree from the University of Minnesota Crookston and interned with Land O’Lakes, gaining experience in chemical ag and marketing. James worked as an agronomist for Fertrell and spent nine years with Midwestern BioAg managing a district in Michigan. He became a Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) in 2018, and joined Growers in April 2024. He now speaks on soil health, cover crops, nutrient balancing, and the differences between mainstream and regenerative agriculture.
Technical Agronomist
