From impenetrable caliche to toxic anaerobic “black layer” that never seems to dry out, soil infiltration challenges are among the most persistent problems faced in agriculture & turf management, nationwide. Sulfuric / N-phuric acids and gypsum treatments only offer temporary relief and all too often create long term challenges including flush of growth in turf, soil cementation, reduced pore space, hydrophobic soil, bacterial proliferation leading to septic soil water condit

Marvin Peachy grows horse-quality alfalfa for markets in the Southeast and Texas. Before Water SOLV ™, his biggest obstacle was water quality, which was negatively impacting not only his soil's ability to absorb moisture but even the plant's ability to uptake vital minerals [ 00:34 ], [ 01:00 ]. After a season of experimenting with various traditional fertilizers and soil amendments and without seeing the desired results, he introduced Water SOLV ™ and also was directed to dr

A Tale of Two Todds: How a Florida Superintendent and Arizona Innovator Are Using Unconventional Chemistry to Address a Prolific Shell Problem April 2025 Todd Eden - HCT Principal Todd Draffen - Director of Ag Vernon Jones - HCT Dealer Representative Plant Health Solutions Todd Draffen  My name is Todd Draffen and I'm with the Old Collier Golf Club in Naples, FL. Todd Eden And how long have you been there? Todd Draffen    I was here in the construction from 2000 to 2007 and I

Todd Draffen, Director of Agronomy at Old Collier Golf Club in Naples, FL, shared his two-decade battle with shell accumulation in lakes, pumps, and irrigation lines.