Our Story

Panhandle Spray Service was started by Robert Gagner in 1997. He was an amazing agricultural specialist. The business switched ownership in 2014 to Matt Mayo, who learned everything first hand from Bob. In 2017 John, my husband, and I purchased Panhandle from Matt. The biggest blessing about this small business is that we still are very hands-on with the previous owners. They are not only amazing mentors but great friends. (We are sad to add that Bob passed away October 2018 and he will be missed greatly!)

In 2016 John and I bought acreage in Athol, Idaho and realized the importance of keeping the noxious weeds out of our fields. We work very closely with Kootenai County Noxious Weed Department and are very motivated to continue the growth of this company in our area.

We are both passionate about keeping Idaho beautiful and love where we live! John has lived in North Idaho his entire life and I have been here since I was a child. God blessed us with our daughter April 2018 and we are big on family in our free time! 

We look forward to continuing an amazing relationship with past, current and future clients. God Bless! -Shelly Hubbard, Owner