Insight No. 2 “True strength grows in greenhouses of discomfort, watered by grit and guided by perseverance.” Author: Mani Skaria, Ph.D.Professor Emeritus, Texas A&M–KingsvillePresident & CEO, US CitrusProduction Date: August 31, 2025 Narrative The question was simple: “What was your most memorable work experience?” The answer, however, carried the weight of sweat, determination, and a…
Hello, I am Dr. Mani Skaria—Professor Emeritus, entrepreneur, and lifelong student of plant health and soil fertility.Today, we’re diving into a foundational topic for home gardeners and growers alike: Complete Fertilizers. Plants require a wide range of nutrients to thrive, broadly categorized into macronutrients and micronutrients.Macronutrients include nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—often listed as N-P-K on…
by Mani Skaria, PhD Let us examine the production of biochar, drawing inspiration from Qualterra Inc., a pioneering company based in Spokane, Washington, which specializes in transforming agricultural residues into high-quality biochar. The script explores the definition of biochar, its origins, and its growing importance in sustainable horticulture and agriculture. Particular attention is given to…
by Mani Skaria, Ph.D. The following is a presentation I gave to the graduating class of a local high school: Video Script: Twelve Seeds for a Flourishing Future: Cultivating Dreams and Wisdom “Hello, everyone! Today is a super special day. We are here to celebrate the achievements of our amazing graduates from Edinburg, Texas. These…
Mani Skaria, PhD Founder & CEO @ US Citrus, LLC | Bringing a New Outlook to the American Citrus Industry Professor Emeritus of Citrus Pathology, Texas A&M University-KingsvilleMarch 7, 2021 • Arctic Freeze Damage in Texas. An Arctic freeze swept through the state into the southernmost Rio Grande Valley, starting Sunday, February 14, 2021, lasted days. Texas’s electric…