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The HTA, NFU and RHS discuss horticulture at House of Lords Enquiry
The HTA, NFU and RHS have spoken to the House of Lords Enquiry into horticulture. The year-long special enquiry is a chance for the voice, value and profile of environmental horticulture to be properly recognised in Parliament.
The NFU’s new UK Horticulture Growth Strategy lists labour, energy, crop protection, water, productivity investment, fairness in the supply chain, post-EU environmental funding, sustainable growing media, planning and plant imports as priorities.
HTA’s evidence focused on the value and contribution of the sector to the UK economy, environment, and biodiversity. The sector contributes £28.8bn to GDP, generating £6.3bn in tax revenues and supports 674,000 jobs across retail, growers, landscapers, manufacturers and the supply chain and underwrites half of the 25-year Environment Plan.
Large Research & Development Partnerships Funding (round 2)
UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £8 million for large R&D partnership projects, from the industry-led R&D Partnerships Fund, a part of the Farming Innovation Programme.
This funding is part of Defra’s Farming Innovation Programme which is delivered in partnership with UKRI’s Transforming Food Production Challenge.
Competition closes: Wednesday 19 April 2023 11:00am.
Place your added-value orders in time for Easter
We stock a range of products ideal for turning ornamental plants into striking retail-ready added-value products. Avoid disappointment by placing your orders now. Your customers will love our collection of festive pots and planters that suit all budgets and styles.
Make the most of Easter 2023 and place your order now.
Take advantage of the ICL spring bag offer
ICL are delighted to announce their incredible spring bagged offer on Levington Advance, Levington Advance Sustain and Humax growing media.
Get up to two pallets free of charge*
• Full load - two pallets free
• Half load - one pallet free
Speak to your Area Sales Manager today to order your bagged compost by 31st May 2023 for deliveries throughout the year to take advantage of this fantastic offer to secure incredible pricing and product for 2023.
* Note: Full load is 24 pallets, half load is 12 pallets.
Speak to your Area Sales Manager directly to order or give our Customer Service Team a call on 01903 726100 or email ask@fargro.co.uk
Controlling aphids this season
We are currently seeing and hearing reports of high aphid activity. There are various options for gaining the best control, these are crop, aphid species and pest pressure dependent, please use the links below to find further details of how they can be managed.
Aphids are more commonly known as black or greenfly and are sap feeding, soft bodied pests that present a major challenge for growers. They are arguably one of the most significant pests due to their ability to cause major crop destruction.
Aphids cause damage via sap sucking and the excretion of honeydew which leads to sooty mould and the distortion to plants; they can also act as a vector for viruses.
We offer a range of biological controls to help you manage aphids this season, for additional guidance, information or to place an order, please call our Bio Sales Team on 01903 256 857 or email biosales@fargro.co.uk
Elevate your growing business this spring with infrastructure solutions
Polytunnels
We offer a wide range of bespoke polytunnels available in various widths and configurations to suit your growing environment.
Polytunnel covers
We also offer a wide range of tunnel covers to suit your requirements. Fargro is a distributor of XL Horticulture and Visqueen tunnel covers, so you can ensure you are investing in high quality, professional products.
Benching
Northern Polytunnels have a range of potting benches and growing benches, benching is ideal for young plants and ensures you can achieve accurate temperature control and good air circulation to help prevent disease and rot.
We stock or can supply the following infrastructure solutions too:
• Hose pipes
• Brass hose fittings and clips
• Lances, spray guns and nozzles
• Pipes
• PVC fittings
• Valves
• Pressure regulators
• Controllers
• Drip irrigation
• Water storage and tanks
• Vineyard irrigation
To find out more and to place an order, please contact your Area Sales Manager or speak to our Customer Service Team on 01903 726 100 or email ask@fargro.co.uk
Horticultural essentials for this time of year
Hanging basket essentials
Hanging baskets are a versatile way to add value to plants. They can be used year-round, making them perfect for growers and retailers looking for a product that is flexible and can be matched to the occasion.
Fertilisers
ICL’s Universol range
Offering reliability and great value for money, this range has become the standard in ornamental water-soluble fertilisers for pot, bedding and container nursery stock.
Polytunnel coverings
We offer a wide range of tunnel covers to suit a variety of requirements from XL Horticulture and Visqueen. Speak to your Area Sales Manager or give our Customer Service Team a call on 01903 726 100 or email ask@fargro.co.uk to
place an order.
Don't forget fixing tape too!
Upgrade your watering schedule with FITT irrigation equipment
Designed for professional growers with quality expectations - FITT irrigation solutions provide exceptional performance and durability. Constructed of six layers designed to maximise strength and flexibility and a protective outer layer of SkyTech UV & Abrasion resistant coating, NTS textile reinforcement for uninterrupted flow in a distinctive orange finish to ensure both your irrigation and health & safety needs are met.
Greenhouse shading & cleaning
Get better greenhouse climates all year round with specialist agrochemicals to aid with essential greenhouse shading and cleaning.
Making a difference at Myerscough College
Last week, Fargro's National Products Manager, Ste Massam visited Myerscough College to talk to students about biological controls.
Crop walking at W.D Smith & Son
Fargro's Growing Media & Fertiliser Specialist, Sean Whitworth, visited Vasil from W.D Smith & Son to see their crops grown in peat-free media with DCM fertiliser.
For advice or assistance in making the switch to peat-free, speak to Sean today on 07788 929 796 or email sean.whitworth@fargro.co.uk
Fargro fundraisers wearing it red in support of Comic Relief
Last week our team went red for Comic Relief to help build brighter futures for those in need by raising essential funds and awareness.
Worth a listen
Plants, peat, imports, trends and garden retail best practice with HTA president Alan Down.
The new HTA president Alan Down talks about high priority issues in horticulture such as biosecurity and peat in the latest Horticulture Week podcast.
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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