About Ridge Quest
The Ridge Quest team is comprised of certified crop advisers and commercial applicators who specialize in orchard research, consulting, and scouting.
Ridge Quest:
Founded by entomologist Chandra Maleckas-Bunker in 2001, and joined by product developer Brett Bunker in 2007, Ridge Quest has been at the forefront of Integrated Pest Management solutions and novel approaches to orchard management. Chandra’s extensive background in entomology alongside Brett’s skill in CNC and plastic injection molding, has led Ridge Quest to patent the first convenient pheromone delivery system, The Tangler.
Meet The Team
Brett Bunker
Product Engineering & Manufacturing
Entrepreneur and Inventor.
I am the co-founder of Ridge Quest and Deploy Technologies. I also hold the patent for our
Tangler product.
Chandra Maleckas-Bunker
CEO
Entrepreneur and Fruit Entomologist.
I am a graduate of Michigan State University and received an MBA from Grand Valley State
University. I started my consulting company in 2000, which gives me 25 years of experience.
Dr. Kelsey Benthall
Technical Sales & Product Development
Entomologist and Researcher.
I received a doctorate in plant, insect, and microbial sciences from the University of Missouri
working with behavioral management of pest insects.
Karlee
Certified Crop Adviser
The Ridge Quest team is comprised of certified crop advisers and commercial applicators who specialize in orchard research, consulting, and scouting.
Stacey Groenke
Production Manager
Machinist and Electrical Designer.
I am responsible for overseeing all of Ridge Quest’s manufacturing and production processes.
Contact us to design a program for your orchard or field.
Ridge Quest Inc.
Leaders in Orchard Crop Consulting and
Agricultural Product Development
Certified Crop Adviser
Ridge Quest has undergone rigorous certification to ensure you receive excellence in our crop consulting services. For information about the Crop Consultant certification, please visit: