As the horticulture and substrate sectors assess renewed pressure on raw materials, Bulrush Horticulture has announced the addition of a brand-new, state-of-the-art coir processing plant at its Magherafelt site in Northern Ireland.
This latest investment forms part of Bulrush's ambitious growth strategy to expand its reach across the UK and further strengthen service to its existing commercial customers. The timing could not be more advantageous, as adverse weather conditions have impacted peat production in mainland Europe and increased demand for sustainable alternatives, such as coir.
Persistent wet weather has disrupted peat harvesting in Europe, resulting in historically low production levels. The unprecedented scarcity of peat this year has had a knock-on effect on the availability of other materials, with global demand outpacing supply and driving up costs.
Despite this increased pressure on raw materials, Bulrush is pleased to reassure growers that it has secured its coir stock and significantly increased its processing capacity to meet customer demand for the year ahead. Fully stocked and operating ahead of schedule, the new coir processor will also act as a vital back-up to safeguard against any potential disruption to production or supply.
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