Below you can browse the latest and archived Botanicoir news, events and press releases. Read through our product advances, growing innovations and industry developments.
In recent years, there have been rapid and large-scale changes in the way that blueberry crops are grown. The increasingly popular berry requires well-draining soils with good levels of organic material and in many areas with ideal climatic conditions and easily available markets, these soil conditions can be hard to find. This has led growers… Read in full >
It’s 15 years since Botanicoir began working with tomato growers to develop what was then a relatively new substrate for the crop. We talk to two early adopters about how it has evolved to meet the demands of today’s production systems and the qualities they most value. Switching from one supplier of a basic substrate… Read in full >
In July this year, Botanicoir had intended to celebrate a special 15 year anniversary with customers and friends. Since 2005 they have of been supplying professional soft fruit growers in the UK with quality coir products. Building personal connections with growers has been central to the way Kalum and Samantha Balasuriya have developed the business…. Read in full >
Drawn together by a passion for innovation and customer focus Two leading producers in the substrate industry announce that they will join forces. The Dutch substrate producer and supplier Legro, has purchased 50% shares in Botanicoir, the British/Sri Lankan coir manufacturer. This partnership will enable Botanicoir to make the necessary investments to cater to the… Read in full >
