Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Agricultural Partner Since 1964
Bunker Hill Supply has been serving agricultural communities since our founding in 1964. Originally established by brothers Arlie and Allison Guyer, we began as a small seed and fertilizer operation that has grown to become a trusted provider of agricultural products and services across multiple locations. With over five decades of experience, we specialize in custom application services, soil testing, seed treatment, and premium plant health products that help farmers maximize crop yields while maintaining environmental responsibility. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through our early adoption of advanced technologies like variable rate fertilization and Veris soil mapping. We maintain a family-owned ethos that prioritizes community relationships and personalized service, operating from our original Hutsonville, Illinois location while serving customers in Annapolis, Darwin, Paris, and parts of Indiana.Our team combines generational farming expertise with modern agronomic solutions to deliver reliable, science-backed recommendations that improve agricultural productivity. We take pride in offering both conventional and cutting-edge products from trusted manufacturers like Helena Chemical Company, tailored to meet the specific needs of individual farms. Our equipment fleet enables comprehensive service delivery including dry and liquid application, bulk seed delivery, and aerial application through partnerships with local operators. With a demonstrated history of adapting to industry changes while maintaining core values of quality and customer care, we continue to serve multi-generational farming families dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices.
Services
Custom Application
Soil Testing
Seed Treatment
Bulk Delivery
Plant Health Products
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We offer custom agricultural solutions backed by 50+ years of local farming experience
- Our team provides accurate Veris soil sampling and variable rate fertilization technology
- We partner with leading product manufacturers like Helena Chemical Company and Syngenta
- Our fleet supports comprehensive application services including aerial and NH3 applications
- We maintain a family-owned commitment to personalized customer service and community support
What people say
Sound agronomic recommendations
Quality products
Family-owned commitment
Personalized service
Trusted partner
Services
Custom Application
We provide precision dry and liquid fertilizer application services using modern equipment. Our variable rate technology optimizes nutrient distribution based on field-specific requirements. This tailored approach helps farmers reduce input costs while maximizing crop productivity through targeted nutrient delivery.
Soil Testing
Our Veris soil sampling technology creates detailed maps of field variability to guide nutrient management decisions. We offer both comprehensive Veris mapping and traditional random sampling methods to help farmers understand soil composition and apply fertilizers more effectively across different field conditions.
Seed Treatment
We apply advanced seed treatments like Cruiser Maxx APX and Saltro to protect against early-season pests and diseases. These treatments improve plant health and yield potential by preventing damage from insects and pathogens such as soybean cyst nematode and Pythium.
Bulk Delivery
Our specialized equipment enables efficient bulk soybean delivery directly to fields. This service reduces handling requirements and ensures timely planting operations while maintaining seed quality through our modern conveyor tender truck system.
Plant Health Products
We distribute premium plant health products including Ele-Max micronutrients, Megafol foliar supplements, and Hydra-Hume fertilizer efficiency enhancers. These products improve nutrient uptake, enhance plant metabolism, and help crops recover from environmental stressors through scientifically formulated nutritional solutions.
People
Robin Guyer
Co-Owner
Robin Guyer has been actively involved in Bunker Hill Supply since 1976 when he became a full partner with his father Arlie. Alongside his wife Belma, he has continued to grow the company through strategic acquisitions while maintaining the family's commitment to quality service.
Belma Guyer
Co-Owner
Belma Guyer joined the business in the 1970s and has been instrumental in its growth and development. She works closely with Robin to maintain the company's founding principles while adapting to modern agricultural challenges and technologies.
Questions
What agricultural services do you offer?
We provide custom fertilizer application, soil testing, seed treatment, bulk delivery, and premium plant health products to support crop production.
How can soil testing improve my farming practices?
Our Veris soil sampling identifies field variability to help you apply nutrients precisely where needed, reducing costs and improving yields through targeted management.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve farmers in Hutsonville, Annapolis, Darwin, and Paris, Illinois, plus parts of Indiana.
How has the company evolved since 1964?
Starting with basic seed and fertilizer operations, we've expanded through strategic acquisitions and technology adoption while maintaining our family-owned values and community focus.
What makes your seed treatments different?
We offer advanced formulations like Saltro and Cruiser Maxx APX that provide comprehensive protection against pests and diseases while enhancing plant growth and yield potential.