Business Details
21 Years
experience
Plant-Based Agricultural Solutions for Enhanced Crop Resilience
Founded in 2005, our company was built on groundbreaking research into extremophilic plants and their potential to revolutionize global agriculture. Our team of award-winning scientists, engineers, and agricultural experts has dedicated decades to developing plant-based solutions that enhance crop resilience and productivity. We operate with four core values: environmental sustainability through renewable resources, economic opportunity for all stakeholders, continuous improvement in our processes, and scientific innovation validated by independent research. Our proprietary Biodapt technology leverages bioadaptive compounds to create products that improve nutrient uptake, stress resistance, and yield across diverse crops.With founders who previously worked at Dow Chemical and hold advanced degrees from institutions like Stanford and Iowa State University, we combine academic rigor with practical agricultural expertise. Our products undergo rigorous testing for consistency and efficacy, and are used in conjunction with traditional farming practices to create sustainable, high-yield solutions. We maintain partnerships with growers, universities, and researchers worldwide to ensure our innovations meet real-world agricultural challenges. Our leadership team brings over 100 combined years of experience in chemical engineering, molecular pharmacology, and sustainable development to every product we create.
Services
Fertilizer
Micronutrients
Concentrates
Biopesticide
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our scientists have over 20 years of experience in agricultural biotechnology
- We utilize patented Biodapt technology for enhanced plant performance
- Our products are validated by independent researchers and universities
- We maintain sustainable harvesting practices that protect natural ecosystems
- Our team includes former Dow Chemical researchers and chemical engineering experts
Services
Fertilizer
Our concentrated plant-based fertilizer improves nutrient uptake and stress resistance in crops. The proprietary formulation enhances plant resiliency and yield while maintaining compatibility with existing agricultural practices. This solution works effectively at low application rates across diverse growing conditions.
Micronutrients
Specialized micronutrient products address calcium deficiencies in tree, bush, and vine crops. Our formulations leverage Biodapt technology to maximize nutrient absorption and improve crop production through natural plant-based additives that enhance overall plant health.
Concentrates
Our concentrate line improves fertilizer delivery systems and plant vitality. These biochemistry-based solutions work throughout the growing season to enhance plant vibrancy and stress resistance while integrating with existing agricultural equipment and practices.
Biopesticide
Enthrive biopesticide combines multiple plant-based active ingredients for effective disease and pest management. Our advanced formulation technology reduces resistance development while providing multiple control pathways for sustainable crop protection solutions.
People
Ric Olson
President
Co-founder with 24 years at Dow Chemical, Ric Olson holds degrees from Augustana College and University of Minnesota. He led economic development projects in five countries before establishing Gantec in 2005.
Dr. Joseph Affholter
Consulting Scientist
Co-founder and molecular pharmacology PhD from Stanford. Dr. Affholter developed biotechnology research at Dow and holds multiple patents related to extremophilic organisms and molecular breeding technology.
Dr. Lanny Robbins
Consulting Engineer
Chemical engineering PhD from Iowa State, Dr. Robbins has 37 years of experience at Dow Chemical. He received the H.H. Dow Gold Medal and holds 18 US patents related to chemical engineering processes.
Brian Molitor
Strategic Advisor
Co-founder with expertise in organizational development. Brian holds degrees from Michigan State and Central Michigan University, and has trained employees globally through his Power of Agreement Process.
Questions
What makes Gantec's agricultural products different?
Our products use bioadaptive compounds from extremophilic plants to enhance crop resilience and yield through natural processes.
How do Gantec's plant-based solutions work?
Our Biodapt technology delivers plant-based substances that improve stress response and nutrient uptake at the cellular level.
Are Gantec products compatible with existing farming practices?
Yes, our solutions integrate with conventional fertilizers and spray programs without requiring special equipment.
What crops benefit most from Gantec products?
Our solutions work across diverse crops including corn, soybeans, fruits, and vegetables to improve yield and quality.
How are Gantec products applied?
Products can be used in soil, foliar applications, and fertigation systems with standard agricultural equipment.