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The launch of a new foundation degree in sustainable horticulture designed to meet the needs of the industry and its future workforce
Across the horticulture sector there are changes afoot which are significantly impacting on the skills needed by the workforce both today and in the future. Technology is progressing rapidly and will change the skills required over the next decade. Adapting to climate change, improving biodiversity and the use of resources will require new approaches and strategies for the management of horticultural sites.
In September 2023 a new foundation degree in Sustainable Horticulture Management, validated by the University of Greenwich, is being launched by Plumpton College to address the issues these challenges present.
The course will deliver knowledge and skills in the foundation of horticultural sciences, key business and financial management, contemporary techniques and the integration of green technologies and sustainable strategies.
HTA National Plant Show 2023
20th - 21st June, NAEC Stoneleigh.
Join us on Stand 48 & 57 where we will be showcasing our wide range of pots and planters for growers.
Glee 2023
27th - 29th June, NEC Birmingham.
Join us in Hall 8-20, Stand 6J40 - 2A41 at the definitive marketplace for the garden industry. Glee also offers valuable advice and insights helping you to grow and hone your business through even the most challenging trading conditions.
Support payments rise again for organic growers
Countryside Stewardship support payments for organic horticulture land management have been increased by 24%, to £471 per ha, while payments for horticultural land under organic conversion are up 17%, to £703 per ha.
The Soil Association welcomed the improved support for organic production, with rate increases averaging 25% across farming sectors – more than double the 10% average increase in payments for the Countryside Stewardship scheme as a whole.
Growers can apply for these organic conversion or maintenance payments via the scheme’s mid-tier options, which will be open for applications until August 18, 2023.
New planters for 2023
We are proud to introduce our new range of planters for 2023 - if you would be happier seeing these and any of our other added value collection in greater detail, why not book a visit to our showroom to experience them first hand?
We offer expert advice and tailored solutions to ensure you have the perfect product for every occasion.
For more information, contact your Area Sales Manager or call us on 01903 726 100 or email ask@fargro.co.uk
Ground cover and capillary matting solutions
We can help you with all of your ground cover requirements to ensure optimum growing conditions tailored to your custom specifications and dimensions.
Find out how we assisted Fleurie Nursery in the past with their bespoke capillary matting brief at their one-hectare Vermako structure at Lake Lane Nursery in West Sussex.
Horticultural essentials for this time of year
Grazon Spot
An approved professional foliar acting herbicide with activity on broad-leaved weeds such as docks, nettles, thistles, brambles, broom and gorse.
Water soluble fertilisers
Water-soluble fertilisers offer are an effective solution for professional growers as they allow for precise control of nutrient levels and can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of different crops, ensuring optimal growth and yield.
Knapsack sprayers & accessories
Knapsack sprayers provide a convenient way to treat crops and plants, allowing for even and targeted coverage.
Turf & landscape essentials
From fertilisers to weed control herbicides, our premium turf and lawn care essentials provide you with everything you need to maintain lush and healthy turf.
Irrigation essentials
Find everything your business needs for effective watering in one place.
Shading and cleaning
Horticultural shading and cleaning are essential practices for maintaining healthy plant growth.
Dosatron equipment and accessories
The Dosatron system is an ingenious solution that allows you to precisely apply concentrated nutrients or chemicals to your irrigation water without the need for electricity, ensuring your plants receive the appropriate amount of nutrients, regardless of any variations in flow or pressure that may occur in the main line.
Demonstrating drone technology at Palmstead Nurseries
Last week, we had the pleasure of demonstrating drone technology to shade greenhouses with the team from AutoSpray at Palmstead Nurseries, which was a huge success! Autospray showcased how you can efficiently and effectively spray the roof of a glasshouse using this cutting-edge technology.
We are excited to offer this innovative approach to greenhouse shading which saves time and labour costs. Thanks to everyone involved in the demonstration - we can't wait to see the positive impact this technology will have on the industry.
To find out more, please contact Simon Bell on 07771 815 238 or email simon.bell@fargro.co.uk
Helping Barnsfold Nursery with their IPM Programme
We are pleased to hear that Peter from Barnsfold Nurseries is happy with their new IPM programme. We strive to provide expert assistance in implementing sustainable solutions for pest control and management.
If you’d like to learn more about our IPM programme, or any of our products and services, please contact our Biological Sales team on 01903 256 857 or email biosales@fargro.co.uk
Boosting The Aldingbourne Trusts fundraising efforts with a donation of pots, planters and garden decor
Fargro recently had the opportunity to help The Aldingbourne Trust again with a large donation of pots, planters, and garden decor for their fundraising efforts, which will assist in their mission to empower individuals with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives!
We are pleased that our donation will help transform the lives of those who benefit from the invaluable services The Aldingbourne Trust offer.
Worth a listen
Biopesticides make the grade: in this episode of Syngenta Ornamentals 'Potcast', the team focus on why biopesticides and biostimulants are featuring more in growers’ IPM programmes.
Use plant protection products safely. Always read the label and product information before use. Further detail on warning symbols and phrases is included on the labels and leaflets.
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