A biostimulant brand that is increasingly popular with potato growers will make its debut at this year’s British Potato show in Harrogate. Algifol, which is a seaweed-based biostimulant, will be on stand 123A in Hall 1 at the November event. Introduced to the UK by Marcus Palmer of MJP Supplies, Algifol has been proven to … Read more
Visitors to this year’s Cereals will be able to learn about the benefits of seaweed-derived biostimulants as the UK distributor of Algifol makes its debut at the event. MJP Supplies, which has been importing and marketing Algifol in the UK since 2005, will be on stand 856 at the Thorsesby Estate in Nottinghamshire on 13th … Read more
One of the UK’s most popular brands of biostimulant is now available in high-capacity reusable bulk containers (RBCs).
As of this month, MJP Supplies, the UK distributor of Algifol, is offering the seaweed-derived biostimulant in 1,000 litre RBCs, with prices starting at just £10 per litre.
The introduction of the new high-volume RBCs was triggered by a rise in orders from large-scale farmers and liquid fertiliser manufacturers keen to blend Algifol into their products.
If you’re looking for a way to improve the health and growth of your garden plants, look no further than Algifol™. This versatile product is designed to provide plants with all the necessary minerals, trace elements, plant hormones, and vitamins needed for healthy growth. Here are some tips on how to use Algifol™ in your … Read more
A seaweed-based biostimulant brand is looking to work with regenerative farmers following a wave of interest from the sector at the start of the year. Marcus Palmer, the UK importer and distributor of Algifol, wants to establish field trials with regenerative farmers in 2023. The move follows a rise in enquiries from farmers saying they … Read more
Agronomists interested in finding out more about biostimulants and the effect they can have on UK crops are being encouraged to contact one of Europe’s leading brands of natural fertilisers. The UK importer of seaweed-based biostimulant, Algifol, wants to establish a network of regional agronomists to receive insights and feedback from them and their … Read more
Growers without access to irrigation systems are being encouraged to follow the lead of one Lincolnshire farmer who has embraced seaweed to help his crop fend off the effects of heat stress. Since 2018, the Louth Potato Company has used a seaweed-based biostimulant to counter the impact of extreme weather conditions. Ryan Wrisdale … Read more
A Lincolnshire farmer believes many in the industry are ignoring valuable research into how best to protect crops from extreme weather conditions and are losing millions of pounds as a result. As well as growing potatoes, sugar beat cereals and peas at Rose Villa Farm in Spalding, Lincolnshire, Marcus Palmer is the sole UK distributor … Read more
Field trials of 13 biostimulants on a crop of Combining Peas have shown that a seaweed-based product delivered a several benefits, including increased yield. Undertaken by the Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO), the UK’s centre of excellence for peas and beans, the trial results show that the use of Algifol delivered the highest yield. … Read more
Algifol has been a prominent biostimulant on our farm for over 15 years and we have always seen the benefit. Although this hasn’t always been the case in our industry, the results are now being proven and research shows that these products can help against stresses such as water logging, highlight intensity and drought plus … Read more