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The importance of nutrition when growing in peat-free

Prioritising nutrition, particularly when using peat-free compost is crucial. To maximise yields and produce high-quality crops, supplying vital nutrients is key. Peat-free composts typically have lower nutrient levels, requiring careful nutrient management for optimal growth, productivity and plant health.

Our Growing Media and Fertiliser Specialist, Sean Whitworth shares his expert advice on ensuring your crops have access to the nutrients they require to ensure strong yields, crop uniformity and optimal health and growth.

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For further advice, please contact Sean Whitworth on 07788 929 796 or sean.whitworth@fargro.co.uk.

What is the new Biodiversity legislation and what does it mean for new developments?

In a world tackling the adverse consequences of climate change and environmental degradation, governments and local authorities are increasingly recognising the urgent need to protect and restore biodiversity within our environment.

The United Kingdom, renowned for its green landscape scenery and diverse ecosystems, has taken a significant stride in this direction with the introduction of the Biodiversity Net Gain legislation. This landmark policy aims not only to halt biodiversity loss but to ensure that future development projects contribute positively to the enhancement of natural habitats.

We delve deeper into what this legislation entails and its implications for the UK's ecological future, with four topics covering:

• Understanding Biodiversity Net Gain

• The legal framework

• Implementation challenges and solutions

• Benefits of Biodiversity Net Gain

Click here to find out more about the legislation update.

Place your spring wildflower seed orders now

For advice on which wildflower mix is best suited to your land, please contact our Customer Service Team on 01903 726 100 or our Head of Amenity, Max Drummond-Smillie via max.drummond-smillie@fargro.co.uk or 07920 537 199.

Fargro's National Product Team

Introducing our National Product Team, Louise Robinson, Mark Ianson, Peter Henshaw, Lucy Cozens, Miranda Earle, and Kieran Daly.

The National Product Team works with retailers, garden centres and growers throughout the UK, bringing them decorative pots, planters, baskets and gifts.

From identifying emerging market trends to collaborating with suppliers nationally and internationally, our National Product Team provide that all-important edge when it comes to seasonal occasions in the retail calendar, such as Mother's Day, Easter and Christmas.

Horticultural essentials for this time of year

Sowing and growing essentials

View our specially selected growing media, growing media additives and equipment for seed sowing and propagation.

Vermiculite

Growing media

Propagation

Upcoming Events

Live Technical Masterclass: Sustainable Growing in Ornamentals

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Our technical team is hosting a live masterclass where you'll have the opportunity to learn about growing ornamentals sustainably from expert speakers.

When: 11th March 2024
Time: 15:00 - 17:30
Where: Mere Brown Village Hall, 65 The Gravel Mere Brow, Preston, PR4 6JX

Fargro and DCM visit College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise

Last week, Fargro’s Sean Whitworth presented to the students at CAFRE (College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise in Northern Ireland) about DCM Minigran organic fertilisers.

Thank you to CAFRE'S Senior Horticulture Adviser, Conor Gallinagh, for the opportunity to connect and have some important discussions about sustainable growing.

Schedule a waste management audit

Fargro is partnered with hubba, a leading independent waste management company, to bring you cost-effective waste management and recycling services.

Why choose hubba?
Cost savings: Partnering with hubba can lead to significant savings of up to 50% on your current waste collection and recycling bills.

No excess weight charge: With hubba, you can say goodbye to worries about excess weight charges for your rubbish.

Zero Waste to Landfill: 100% of your waste is recycled and repurposed. hubba's extensive experience has been dedicated to hand-picking suppliers who share our commitment to environmental responsibility.

Dedicated support: hubba provides a dedicated account manager and a single point of contact, ensuring that your waste management needs are met promptly and efficiently.

To arrange an audit, call Simon Bell on 07771 815 238 or email simon.bell@fargro.co.uk today.

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Exploring innovation and trends in Milan

Fargro's Head of Amenity, Max Drummond-Smillie, and Patrick Esseboom, Head of Purchasing and Financial Services, were in Milan this week exploring the latest innovations and trends, meeting existing suppliers and exploring new products to bring to the market at the My Plant & Garden Show.

Worth a listen

Rachel Forsyth is joined by landscape architect Alexandra Steed on the Horticulture Week podcast to discuss the Biodiversity Net Gain legislation and the potential advantages and limitations of this.

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