Our Story

Panhandle Spray Service was started by Robert Gagner in 1997.   He was an amazing agricultural specialist.  We still hear stories about him from clients every summer.  After 17 years, in 2014 Robert sold Panhandle Spray to long time apprentice Matt Mayo.  Matt helped grow Panhandle over the next 3 years when he sold to John and Shelly Hubbard in 2017.  For 7 seasons they were wonderful owners who continued to build relationships in the community that are still lasting to this day.  I Started working with John in the summers on my time off in the Oil Fields of Alaska, and in 2023 when they decided to sell, my wife Meagan and I decided that we would love to take over, and help keep North Idaho looking beautiful.  John and Shelly continue to be great friends and mentors.  (We are sad to add that Bob passed away in 2018 and is greatly missed).

We Realize that getting rid of noxious weeds is essential to protecting our land, water, and local economy.  We are passionate about keeping Idaho Beautiful and we love where we live.  We work very closely with Kootenai County Noxious Weed Departmentand are very motivated to continue the growth of our small family business.

We look forward to continuing to serve our community while growing long lasting relationships with our past, current, and future clients.  God Bless! -Greg and Meagan Buczak, Owners