The July edition of our What's Growing On? employee newsletter!
What's July 2025 on? GROWING
2024 Shareholder Meeting
By Jack Harrell, III On June 25, 2025, we held our 9th Annual Harrell’s Shareholders Meeting via webcast. In our meeting, it was exciting to reflect on 2024 and the outstanding year we had, update you on the first five months of 2025, and announce the new stock price and the new valuation of our company as of December 31, 2024. It reminded me how truly blessed I am to work alongside the greatest team in this industry! Thank you for all you accomplished in 2024 to make it another great and record year for Harrell’s. The Lord continues to be gracious to us. The 2024 financials were great! It was another record year! 2025 is off to a solid start. Despite enduring an extremely long winter in the north, which caused spring to begin behind schedule, we still have managed to run an impressive number of tons through both the HCS Coatings Plant and LLC Blend Plants. We are looking forward to a big summer and gearing up for yet another record EOP to cap off a great year. I feel extremely good about where we are in 2025, and I have no doubt that the best team in the industry will finish the second half of 2025 strong, which means we will yet again, have the best year ever in the history of YOUR company. I can’t thank you enough for all you do. YOU ARE THE BEST!!! You can watch a recording of our Annual Shareholders Meeting and view your Shareholder Statement at www.teamharrells.com
Your hard work in 2024 paid off, And our stock price has increased again:
2016: 2017: 2018: 2019: 2020: 2021: 2022: 2023: 2024:
$.72
$1.94 $2.23 $2.25 $6.50
$12.47 $10.97 $13.22 $18.49
Questions? | Contact the HR team! | HR@Harrells.com
Haydee Lara, Editor Oscar Maldonado, Editor
Growing to Serve:
Harrell’s Opens Four New Regional Locations
Harrell’s is excited to announce the opening of four new warehouse facilities, three of which are already operational in Minneapolis, Kansas City , and Charleston , with another new location in St. Louis set to open in the coming months. These additions enhance our ability to serve customers more efficiently across the nation. Our new locations will be stocked with the premium agronomic solutions our customers rely on, including fertilizers, plant protection products, and proprietary liquids, all tailored to local needs. • In the Minneapolis area, our warehouse is located at 745 Florida Ave S in Golden Valley, MN, and Will Ficker is leading as Operations Manager. • In Kansas City, John O’Callaghan is heading up the new facility at 3621 N. Kimball Drive. • And in Charleston, we’re especially proud to welcome former Harrell’s Rep Mark McCaughn, who has moved into his new role as Operations Manager at 7035 Cross County Rd. in North Charleston, SC 29418 Finally, our warehouse in St. Louis will be located at 157 Cassens Court, Fenton, MO 63026. This location will open in the coming months, under the leadership of our newest Operations Manager, Jeff Beinecke.
These new facilities reflect Harrell’s long-term commitment to being closer to our customers, supporting faster delivery times, stronger relationships, and enhanced regional expertise. “These expansions reflect our mission in action,” said Jack Harrell, III, CEO. “They allow us to better support our customers with timely, localized service, which is something that’s always been at the heart of who we are.” Opening new locations at this scale is no small feat. It takes a coordinated effort across all departments. Thank you to everyone who contributed time, energy, and expertise to make this happen.
With these new sites online, Harrell’s continues to live out our core values:
1. Serving, Honoring & Glorifying God
2. Taking Care of People
3. Growing Financial Strength
Please join us in welcoming Will, John, Mark, and Jeff into their new leadership roles and in celebrating this exciting step forward for our team and the customers we proudly serve.
Will Ficker
Mark McCaughn
John O'Callaghan
Jeff Beinecke
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The Heat is On!
pothos, sanseveria, ZZ plants) thrive under filtered light, such as being placed as far as 10’ away from a window. Low light does not mean no light, so unless they’re plastic house plants, they will not grow where there is no available light. During the heat of the summer and especially during heat advisories, move potted plants to shaded areas and use shade cloth or temporary covering for plants that can’t tolerate the full sun or high temperatures, as shade cloth will reduce temperature. It’s best to water deeply and infrequently to promote good root growth, but do now allow potted plants to become waterlogged. Avoid watering plants or spraying any liquids on plants during the heat of the day, as cold water hitting the hot leaf surface of the plant can damage the mesophyll cells and lead to more problems. Healthy plants will be thriving and pushing new growth into spring and all throughout summer. Please note, when pruning trees and shrubs during the summer, it’s possible to see leaf burn develop on the lower leaves that become newly exposed to direct sunlight, but most healthy species will grow out of it. Depending on the species, prune in late winter or early fall to avoid intense sunlight. Also, consider the use of plant growth regulators (PGRs) and controlled-release fertilizer. PGRs will reduce the frequency of pruning, and controlled-release fertilizer (i.e., POLYON®) will provide nutrition when the plant needs it, allowing for more uniform, lush plant growth. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your own plants, feel free to reach out!
By Dr. Aaron Palmateer
It’s summertime in the United States, and with the summer months comes plenty of hot temperatures across the entire country. Much like us, plants take some time to adapt to big environmental changes, especially temperature. Even though most of our common house plants (ferns, orchids, foliage plants, succulents, etc.) come from tropical climates where it doesn’t get cold, they are not exposed to the extreme heat indices (upper 90s to over 100 degrees) that we can experience during summertime in the US. Leaving plants in your car can be detrimental, as can be seen by this Phalaenopsis orchid that was left in the backseat of a car on a hot day. This poor orchid did not recover from the extreme heat and suffered an untimely death, so remember to grab your plants out of the car! Many of us love plants, and one of the best things we can do for them is to keep an environment that is favorable. This means ensuring adequate light, temperature, moisture, and nutrition to reduce stress and minimize pests and disease. Check soil moisture weekly, which is best done by feeling the weight of the pot, as surface soil can dry, and the soil around roots may still be wet. Unless the plant species is aquatic, the soil needs to dry and allow for air exchange between waterings. Make sure plants are not subjected to direct, intense sunlight through a window, as it can cause leaf scorch. It is always best to have houseplants receive indirect sunlight during the heat of the summer. Be sure to also rotate the plant pot every 1-2 weeks, allowing for even growth as all sides get higher levels of sunlight. Some house plants (peace lilies,
Dr. Aaron Palmateer - apalmateer@harrells.com
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Community Service Corner
By Mike Hess
We’ve had some exciting opportunities recently to teach the next generation about some of our products and soils, as well as how to get started in the agronomic industry. These first photos come from a drizzly day at Knollwood Country Club, where Dr. Paul Giordano taught 80 4th grade students using helpful (and eye catching) visual aids like cheeseballs and skittles! The kids had a ton of fun learning the ins and outs of soils and how they function on the golf course. This second event comes from Cleveland Heights Golf Club in Lakeland where Sales Director, Adam Ellison, along with Vice President of Business Development, Marketing, and R&D, Jason Frank, taught 40 students coming from 2 different summer camps about how wetting agents like CP Pellets work. For a visual aid, Adam conducted an experience using dish soap to show how wetting agents break water tension and allow water to get deep into soils. The kids even got to try out the hose! We’re grateful for these opportunities to teach the kiddos, and it’s encouraging to see so many people growing up with an interest in the green industry.
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Hurricane Season is Just Around the Corner!
Important Information to Know during Hurricane Season: • Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1st through November 30th • Tropical Cyclone - a rotating, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms which originates over tropical or subtropical waters and has a closed low-level circulation (counterclockwise rotation). • Tropical Depression - a tropical cyclone with sustained wind speeds of 38 mph or less. • Tropical Storm - a tropical cyclone with sustained wind speeds of 3 9 to 73 mph. • Hurricane - a tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 74 mph or greater (Category 1,2). • Major Hurricane - a tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 111 mph or higher (Category 3,4,5). • Each category has the potential to cause major damage to homes, buildings, etc. due to storm surge, wind speeds, and flooding. What Can We Do to Protect Ourselves? • Know your Hurricane Risk Start preparing your home, business, or property by determining what hazards may affect you the most (storm surge, flooding, winds, etc.). • Stay Informed Prepare your phone to alert you with updates and follow local news reports for updated information about the storm. • Develop an Emergency Plan Be sure to have a plan for where you would go and how you would get there in the case of an evacuation. • Know your Evacuation Zone Know if you live in an Evacuation Zone and know the routes you need to take in the case that your zone gets evacuated. • Review Important Documents Make sure all your insurance policies and personal documents are up to date and ensure you have a copy or electronic version of each in the event they get destroyed in the storm.
• Strengthen your Property Ensure that your property and home are prepared for strong winds, floods, storm surge, etc. • Get Prepared Gather supplies such as medications, pet supplies, water, food, flashlights, batteries, etc. Prepare a bag with your supplies to be ready in the event you need to evacuate. Safety Tips During and After the Storm: • If trapped in a building by flooding, go to the highest level of the building, avoiding closed attics. • Do not drive, swim, wade, or walk through flood waters. • Stay off bridges over fast-moving water. • Do not touch electrical equipment. • Conserve and limit phone use for emergencies.
For Additional Information: Hurricanes | Ready.gov
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GEM Awards
FEBRUARY: Frank Perry, Driver, Livonia, MI.
MARCH: Luda Pierre, AR Specialist, Lakeland, FL.
GEM Update In case you haven’t heard, Harrell’s has an employee recognition program called GEM, which stands for Growing the Extra Mile. Each month, employees submit in their GEM nominations to our committee who vote on the winner (if there’s more than one nomination). The winner receives $100, a Harrell’s insulated tumbler, and a certificate suitable for framing. Harrell’s has awarded four GEM awards so far in 2025! Thank you for all of your nominations and congratulations to our winners:
APRIL: Mike Dolan, Warehouse, Auburn, MA.
MAY: Don Kirk, Lab Technician II, HCS, Sylacauga, AL.
If you’d like to nominate a coworker for a GEM award, scan the QR code below or email ella@harrells.com. Nominate a Coworker
Team Harrell's: What's New? Welcome to Our New Employee-Owners!
Colleen Addison Customer Service Lakeland Mike Austin Inventory Analyst Lakeland Jeff Beinecke Operations Manager St. Louis Randy Benton Warehouse Manager Lakeland Chad Blank Territory Manager Sales Tommy Daniel Territory Manager Sales Will Ficker Operations Manager Minneapolis
Lynn Fletcher Delivery Driver Minneapolis Kornelius Gray Production Worker II Lakeland Chad Hedlund Warehouse Supervisor Minneapolis Brooke Jerie de Manriquez Territory Manager Sales Ryan Nolan Local Driver - Warehouse Columbus John O'Callaghan Operations Manager Kansas City
David Samples AR manager Lakeland Randy Sheeran Delivery Driver Minneapolis David Sosa Delivery Driver Charlotte Travis Stein Territory Manager Sales Payton Tanner Loader Operator HCS Sam Williams AP Specialist Lakeland Lars Wolny Assistant Operator HCS
Abraham Rodriguez Production Worker Avon Park
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Spring Photos
Anthony Woodham Some photos from my travels.
Cassidy Blanton Ranch Life in Lakeland.
Winner
Brad Glenn Adelyn walking our horse, Buddy.
CJ Buck - WINNER FIFA Club World Cup field (and lines) brought to you by Harrell’s!
Hayley Rhoden Mara holding a Caiman with her daddy.
Kimberly Pierce A berry fun spring day.
Kurt von Hofen A picture from my wedding on May 31st in the south of France!
Kourtney Pock Here is Dale, the Fleet rep.
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Spring Photos
Mirna Guardado San Diego Zoo visit to see the giant pandas.
Sheree Hughes My first grandbaby and the first boy of the bunch – Jrue Saint.
Marcus Hood Me and my daughter, Hannah, fishing.
Stephanie Kaschub Picture from the parking lot at the beginning of sunrise.
Will Edwards Wedding season!
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HUMAN RESOURCES
SUMMER PHOTO CONTEST Send your Summer Fun photos to mhess@harrells.com by Monday, August 11th for a chance to win a $75 Amazon gift card! All entries will also be featured in the next WGO employee newsletter.
July ANNIVERSARIES
July BIRTHDAYS!
3 Will Perez
Delivery Driver
Chicago
1 Darious Cook
Assistant Operator
HCS
3 Casey Rowell
Territory Manager
Golf
1 Divine Francis
Research Scientist
HCS
4 Martuan Estell
Assistant Operator
HCS
1 Steve Johnston
VP General Counsel
Lakeland
4 Will Ficker
Operations Manager
Minneapolis
5 Casey Cook
Delivery Driver
Sylacauga
1 Ariana Patterson Administrative Assistant
Avon Park
5 Zach Mitchell
Production Worker
Sylacauga
1 Jeremy Wade
Territory Manager
Golf
6 Kevin Lebanik
Territory Manager
T/L
8 Divine Francis
Research Scientist
HCS
1 Ian Williams
Territory Manager
Golf
Support Services Manager
9 Brian Fischer
Lakeland
2 Bob Cross III
Territory Manager
Golf
9 Chris Oden
Production Worker
Sylacauga
2 Amy Dearinger
Operations Manager
Columbus
10 Raymond Snyder
Director of Agronomy Lakeland
11 Frank Perry
Delivery Driver
Livonia
2 Jose Martinez Jr.
Operations Manager
Oregon
12 Adam Ellison
Sales Director
Sales
3 Casey Cook
Delivery Driver
Sylacauga
12 Ken Harding
Territory Manager
Golf T/L
13 Jay Pock
Territory Manager
Golf
3 Frank Perry
Delivery Driver
Livonia
14 John Keeler
Sales Director
Sales
4 Deana Morrow Warehouse Worker
Sylacauga
15 Kornelius Gray
Production Worker
Lakeland
4 Felix Ruelas
Delivery Driver
San Diego
15 Earl Smith
Production Worker
Sylacauga
15 Nick Swartz
Delivery Driver
Lakeland
6 Ryan Conyers
EHS Manager
HCS
16 Myron Jacobs
Delivery Driver
Los Angeles
6 Ben Harbin
Regional Operations Manager Chattanooga
16 George Peterson
Territory Manager
Golf
16 Jerry Sanford
Utility Operator
HCS
6 KP Peters
Assistant Operator
HCS
17 Dave Edison
Territory Manager
Hort
6 Hayley Rhoden
Regulatory Analyst
Lakeland
17 David Plunkett
Territory Manager
Golf
7 Leroy Smith
Production Worker
Lakeland
18 Mark Fields
Delivery Driver
Sylacauga
18 Kourtney Pock
Territory Manager
Turf
7 Mark Stovall
Territory Manager
Golf
21 Andrew Cain
Territory Manager
Golf
7 Sergio Vasquez
Territory Manager
Golf
21 Christian Everitt
Project Administrator Lakeland
7 Steven Wilson
Assistant Operator
HCS
21 Kim Martin
AP Accountant
Lakeland
21 Rod Moulin
Territory Manager
T/L
8 AJ Danshaw
Assistant Operator
HCS
21 Jody Sims
Assistant Plant Manager Sylacauga
9 Roger Ano
Delivery Driver
San Diego
21 Ian Williams
Territory Manager
Golf
22 Mark Baker
Operations Manager
San Antonio
10 Tanya Wilson
Accounts Receivable Lead Lakeland
22 Scott Carby
Delivery Driver
San Antonio
11 Javi Diaz
Assistant Plant Manager
Avon Park
24 Meagan Blackmon Lab Technician
HCS
12 Dwayne Duncan Delivery Driver
Lakeland
24 Tonya Farthing
Talent Manager
Lakeland
25 Jonathan Penor Operations Manager Los Angeles 25 Johnathan Starling Help Desk Support Lakeland 26 Nikki Ensslin Mill Operator Lakeland 26 Marc McCoy Territory Manager Golf 26 Greg Nicoll VP of Turf Sales & Marketing Sales 26 Chris Pratt Inventory Analyst Lakeland 26 Brad Smith Territory Manager Hort 27 Nick Cole Territory Manager Golf 27 Lee Griffin Spreader Driver - DOT Charlotte 28 Kumari Swain Assistant Operator HCS 29 Thomas Hoffer Territory Manager Golf 29 Wil Stuart IV Human Resources Generalist Lakeland 30 Tom Lopez Territory Manager Golf
14 Marcus Hood
Plant Manager
Sylacauga
18 Kimberly Rouleau Territory Manager
Golf
18 Mike Rupp
Territory Manager
Golf
19 Ed Walker
Territory Manager
Golf
Dir of Procurement & Financial Analysis
23 Jim Moon
Lakeland
23 Gene Waring
Warehouse Worker
Lakeland
24 Johnnie Wilson
Warehouse Worker
Lakeland
25 Dave Edison
Territory Manager
Hort
25 David Montes
Delivery Driver
Homestead
SPIRIT STORE IS OPEN JULY 1-15 Harrell’s Spirit Store is an online shopping portal that allows our employee- owners to purchase Harrell’s branded apparel and products. With the login listed below, you can order up to $60 of Harrell’s merchandise for free! You can also order additional items at your own expense.
https://www.promoplace.com/harrells
Username: first initial last name (ex: tfarthing) Password: Harrells25
You do not have to have a Harrell’s email address to use the store link. Choose your Harrell’s location as the shipping address, and we will deliver your items in approximately 6 weeks after ordering window closes!
Reach out to sales@vetpromo.com or marketingsupport@harrells.com with any questions!
Recipe for Summer
WATERMELON SLUSHIE
YIELD: 2 SERVINGS
prep time: 15 MINUTES
total time: 15 MINUTES
Cold and refreshing Watermelon Slushie will hit the spot as the days get hotter and cravings for watermelon get stronger. Only 4 ingredients
INGREDIENTS
3 cups cubed watermelon 1 cup crushed ice 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice 2-4 tablespoons granulated sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a blender, blend together the watermelon, ice, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Taste and add extra sugar, if necessary. Serve immediately.
NOTES
You can skip the ice and use frozen watermelon cubes. Add a little bit of water to the blender before blending to help smooth it out. If your slushie is too liquidy, you can add a little more ice (but not too much or you'll dilute the flavor). Or freeze it for a bit until it thickens. Enjoyed this recipe? Check out my Watermelon Sorbet and Watermelon Italian Ice.
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All recipes are tested in a U.S. kitchen with U.S. ingredients at normal elevation using a conventional gas oven. Results may vary.
What's on? GROWING
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