Research brief

What is the primary factor berry crop growers prioritize when evaluating the field performance and safety of generic plant growth regulators (PGRs)?

Based on a survey of 200 U.S. consumers generated from demographic-based AI respondents.Sep 25, 2026, 2:49 PMPublic research report

Target audience

Farm managers, agronomists, and procurement decision-makers at commercial berry operations (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries).

Age 25-65

Education Bachelor, Master, Doctorate

Personal income 50k-99k, 100k-149k, 150k-199k, 200k+

Occupation Management, Farming / Fishing / Forestry, Life / Physical / Social Science

Sample size 200

Completed / Failed 200 / 0

When evaluating generic plant growth regulators (PGRs) for your berry operation, which of the following factors is the most important to your decision-making process?

Results from small-scale, on-farm field trials conducted under my specific conditions

72.5%

n=145

Respondents for this option · Drivers

Confidence in performance based on local, real-world evidence

Reliability and responsiveness of the product provider

Direct impact on operational profitability and cost management

Minimizing risk of crop damage or tank-mix incompatibility

Formulation profile (inert ingredients, surfactants, solvents) and tank-mix compatibility data

13.0%

n=26

Respondents for this option · Drivers

Minimizing risk of crop damage or tank-mix incompatibility

Reliability and responsiveness of the product provider

Direct impact on operational profitability and cost management

Lowest price-per-gallon or per-acre cost

8.0%

n=16

Respondents for this option · Drivers

Direct impact on operational profitability and cost management

Confidence in performance based on local, real-world evidence

Supplier reputation and technical support availability

5.5%

n=11

Respondents for this option · Drivers

Reliability and responsiveness of the product provider

Confidence in performance based on local, real-world evidence

Active ingredient concentration (e.g., grams per liter)

1.0%

n=2

Respondents for this option · Drivers

Need for precise application and dosage control

Results from small-scale, on-farm field trials conducted under my specific conditions audience

Berry growers prioritizing on-farm field trials for PGR evaluation are typically established professionals in their mid-career.

145 / 200 respondents72.5%

This segment is primarily composed of married individuals aged 35 to 44 with advanced academic degrees.

These decision-makers represent a high-income demographic, with nearly a quarter earning over 200k annually.

Key differences

Potential risks

Sampling data

Review the respondent-level sample records