Summary: While the season is off to a challenging start with weather volatility and rising pest pressures, growers are actively managing their crops to meet market demands. Pricing is expected to remain stable overall, with some crops experiencing increased prices due to shortages and strong demand. However, the unpredictability of weather and market conditions, particularly related to tariffs and international trade, will continue to affect both the supply chain and the financial outcomes for the season.
BETHEL FARMS Provided by Will Nugent, President
and is uniquely suited to coastal and waterfront environments. Its lush color, superior wear resistance, and low-input requirements make it an exceptional option for golf courses, sports fields, and high-end landscapes. Durban joins our suite of advanced genetics designed for performance, beauty, and sustainability—enabling our customers to succeed in even the most demanding conditions.
Challenges and Forward Outlook: Te challenges of 2024— rising input costs, labor shortages, and shifting weather patterns—continued to test our agility. However, Bethel Farms responded by investing in automation, expanding AI-powered forecasting tools, and maintaining a laser focus on quality. We continue to prioritize efficient use of resources, precision farming, and customer-centric innovation.
Te sod industry in 2025 remains dynamic, shaped by macroeconomic factors and increasing emphasis on sustainable landscaping. Homeowners and commercial buyers alike are demanding solutions that are not only visually stunning but environmentally responsible.
Looking ahead, Bethel Farms is well-positioned for another year of impact and growth. Trough strategic partnerships, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to our values, we remain focused on honoring God and growing better every day—while delivering innovative, high- performance turfgrass solutions to a growing market.
COLUMBIA RIVER SEED
Bethel Farms introduced Durban Seashore Paspalum, shown in this production field, to their product lineup as an expansion of their partnership with MVP Genetics.
As we step into 2025, Bethel Farms continues its mission to lead the industry in innovation, adaptability, and stewardship. Tis past year has been marked by both growth and resilience as we navigated evolving market conditions, customer expectations, and environmental demands.
Expansion and Innovation: Bethel Farms experienced continued strategic expansion in 2024. With new BIMINI® Bermudagrass production areas coming online in the Carolinas, California, Texas, and Georgia—alongside our established footprint in Florida—we’ve strengthened our position to meet both current and future demand. BIMINI Bermudagrass remains a cornerstone of our offerings, with over 2,200 acres in production. Its proven performance continues to make it the turfgrass of choice for sports, residential, and commercial applications.
In addition to BIMINI, we expanded our partnership with MVP Genetics to deliver climate-adapted solutions for the modern marketplace. Our successful launch of Gateway Zoysia, a cold-tolerant, high-performance zoysiagrass, marked a significant leap forward in addressing regional challenges, particularly in high-stress and shade-prone areas.
New for 2025 - Durban Seashore Paspalum: In 2025, we are proud to introduce Durban Seashore Paspalum to our product lineup. Tis medium-fine-bladed, salt-tolerant turfgrass was originally discovered at Durban Country Club in South Africa
TPI Turf News July/August 2025
Provided by Ryan Jeffries, North American Sales Director
Tis close-up view shows one of Columbia River Seed’s 2024 cultivar introductions, Lightning Kentucky Bluegrass.
Crop Report: It is hard to believe that we will start swathing Kentucky Bluegrass in about two-plus weeks from May 23, 2025. Our crop is maybe just a few days early, but we all know Mother Nature has a way of being the great equalizer. Today, our yields look to be normal. Growers are making sure the soil profile has moisture to finish their grass seed crops.
In the dryland Kentucky Bluegrass production area, the early varieties are just starting to push heads. Te acres are down for the 2025 crop compared to 2024 acres. New stands look
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