Horticultural bites direct to your inbox 🌱
No images? Click here
Government backs growers with a new package of support
Growers in the UK will benefit from a commitment to protect their interests in future trade deals, boost domestic fruit and veg production and a new investment into technologies.
Representatives from the food supply chain came together at Downing Street for the UK Farm to Fork Summit to identify ways to boost growth, drive innovation, improve sustainability and support the long-term resilience at every stage of the food system, from farming to manufacturing, distribution to retail.
The horticulture sector is worth £5 billion across the UK and the government will support the industry to boost production and extend the growing season by:
• Replacing the retained EU Fruit and Vegetable Producer Organisation Scheme when it closes in 2026 with an expanded offer as part of its new farming payment schemes.
• Help the controlled horticulture sector to overcome barriers in accessing government schemes by looking at how the sector is classified.
• Making it easier to build new glasshouses with changes to national planning policy.
WSGA Conference 2023: 9th November 2023 at Plumpton College
We're excited to sponsor the West Sussex Growers Association's (WSGA) 'Innovation, Automation, and Robotics' Conference on Thursday, November 9th, 2023, at Plumpton College's Agri-Food Centre.
This event will bring together thought leaders from horticulture, industry, and academia to share their insights into what technologies the commercial horticulture sector should seek to exploit now and in the near future.
This conference is open to representatives from across the horticultural sector, education, technology companies, academia, investors, influencers and policy makers; and will begin with a keynote from Minette Batters, President of the NFU and feature prominent speakers from the field, including Fargro's Technical Director, Dr Joshua Burnstone.
Prices start from £60 and include lunch and refreshments. Get your tickets now to avoid missing out on this exciting event.
Demonstrating the power of drone technology
Date: Wednesday 5th July 2023
Time: 9:30am - 1:00pm
Location: Palmstead Nurseries, Harville Road, Wye, TN25 5EU
Attendees will have the opportunity to witness first-hand how drones equipped with precision spraying systems can apply shading paint creating an optimal growing environment.
Please note availability is limited, we kindly urge you to book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We look forward to seeing you there!
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.
Glee 2023
27th - 29th June, NEC Birmingham.
Join us in Hall 8-20, Stand 6J40 - 2A41 at the definitive marketplace for the garden industry.
Can't make it to the shows this year? Book a visit to our showroom
Why not arrange a private visit to our West Sussex showroom and view our wide range of pots and planters in person, please contact Kieran Daly at kieran.daly@fargro.co.uk or call 01903 726 100.
Act now to get ahead of powdery mildew
Powdery mildew is the name for a group of fungal pathogens that can cause severe damage to a range of common edible and ornamental crops, characterised by white, powdery growths on the plant.
The fungi attack leaves, flowers and fruits of plants – causing drastic yield losses that translate to millions of pounds of lost value each year to UK growers.
Symptoms of powdery mildew
As a number of different fungi can cause a powdery mildew infection, with many specific to their host species, there aren’t always consistent symptoms – especially in early infection. However, there are some common signs:
Early infection:
• Distortion of leaves
• Discoloured spots on leaves
Late infection:
• Characteristic ‘powdery’ mass on stem, leaves, flowers and fruits
Fargro’s range of biopesticides provide an efficient and ecologically friendly manner of combatting powdery mildew infections.
• AQ10
• SB Plant Invigorator
• Taegro
• Romeo
Technical Services
To find out more about our biopesticides, please contact the Fargro Technical Team on 01903 256 857 or email technical@fargro.co.uk
Horticultural essentials for this time of year
Irrigation essentials
Find everything your growing business needs for effective watering in one place.
Capillary matting
Provides a reliable source of water to nurture your plants and seedlings.
Perforated bench covering
Enhance the lifespan of your bench matting, prevent algae growth and water evaporation, and improve hygiene in your setup with our perforated bench covering solution.
Water soluble fertilisers
Water-soluble fertilisers allow precise control of nutrient levels and can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of different crops, ensuring optimal growth and yield.
Amistar Fungicide
Amistar is available in 1lt and 5lt pack sizes with very competitive pricing. For a limited time only we can offer a 10% discount on our standard trade price for the 5lt option, giving even greater value for our customers, while stocks last.
To take advantage of this exclusive offer, please contact your Area Sales Manager or our Customer Service Team and mention the AMISTAR 5lt PROMOTION when ordering.
Turf & landscape essentials
From fertilisers to weed control herbicides, our premium turf and lawn care essentials provide you with the tools you need to maintain a lush and healthy turf.
Shading and cleaning
Horticultural shading and cleaning equipment is essential in maintaining healthy plant growth throughout the season.
Garden decor
Explore our range of decorative items, including an assortment of ornaments. These items are great for businesses adding value to basic product offerings and preparing for seasonal sales.
Highlights from the 'Drone Spraying of Pesticides' event: Advancing best practices and cutting-edge technology
We recently participated in the "Drone Spraying of Pesticides" event held in York, UK, on 23-24 May 2023. This event, hosted by the UK Health and Safety Executive Chemical Regulations division, in collaboration with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD - CRP), aimed to shape the best management practices for drone spraying applications.
During the event, we had the privilege of supporting Robert Pearson, Andy Sproson, and Scott Dowell from AutoSpray Systems as they demonstrated their cutting-edge technology at Stockbridge Technology Centre on day three.
Many thanks also to the team at Drone Spray Precision, represented by Doug Price and Sam Powell for providing excellent demonstrations and showcasing the best practices in chemical handling techniques, an integral part of the drone spraying process.
This event was an incredible opportunity for the industry to come together, exchange knowledge, and contribute to the advancement of drone spraying applications. We are thrilled to have been a part of it and look forward to incorporating the valuable insights gained into our work at Fargro.
The Garden Superstore supplies bark mulch to Agrumi's exhibition at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
We are proud to share that our sister company, The Garden Superstore, sponsored Agrumi Topiary's exhibition at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, supplying them with the Melcourt ornamental bark mulch to complete their captivating exhibition.
Agrumi, a Hampshire-based company specialising in bespoke topiary and custom plant sculptures, crafted an exhibit to inform, educate, and entertain, and featured a depiction of the late Queen's pony, Emma, along with groom, Terry Pendry and corgi, also featured was a Eurovision liver bird as well as a range of New Forest animals.
Worth a listen
Keeping the plant trade healthy - Alistair Yeomans of Plant Healthy joins HortWeek to discuss plant biosecurity challenges. Alistair has been with Plant Healthy since it was set up 2019. Plant Healthy is the biosecurity standard for UK businesses, mainly growers.
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.
 |