Grow Bigger Food Plots, Gardens & Fruit Trees – Mike Mitchell Breaks It Down | Chasing Giants #324

In this special episode of Chasing Giants, host Terry Peer welcomes Mike Mitchell of Mike's Mighty Micros to deliver a comprehensive educational session on optimizing food plots, fruit trees, gardens, and vegetable production through micronutrient management. With Don Higgins temporarily stepping back to care for his wife Robin, the episode focuses on practical, science-backed strategies for maximizing plant health and yield—especially in challenging conditions like drought. Mike breaks down the timing and application of Mike's Mighty Micros, a sulfur-based foliar feed, for various crops including clover, alfalfa, fruit trees, corn, and beans. He emphasizes that spraying should occur after bloom for apples, between harvests for legumes, and at key growth stages for vegetables and houseplants. A new product line, Vital Force, is introduced—offering targeted soil amendments for root development, top growth, and soil biology. Mike also shares drought resilience techniques, explaining how foliar feeding bypasses water-dependent nutrient uptake. The episode concludes with expert advice on fruit tree pruning, stress management, and common mistakes like using contaminated sprayers or tap water. Throughout, Mike underscores the importance of precision, patience, and trusting nature’s balance. Key takeaways include: (1) Apply Mike's Mighty Micros after bloom for fruit trees and between harvests for legumes; (2) Use distilled, reverse osmosis, or rainwater to avoid chemical interference; (3) Never spray more than once per week; (4) Use the Vital Force soil boosters at transplant (Root Line), bloom (Top Line), and for general soil health (Energizer); (5) Remove blooms from young fruit trees to redirect energy to root and structure development; (6) Keep sprayers dedicated and clean to prevent contamination; (7) Use drones or tractor tracks to apply foliar sprays in drought conditions; and (8) Trust the system—consistent, measured use yields superior results. The episode closes with a heartfelt tribute to Mike’s family-run business and a prayer for Don and Robin Higgins.