Plant Impact boosted by US turf research

LANCASHIRE company Plant Impact, whuch is developing ecologically-friendly crop nuttrition and protection products, has been boosted by results of trials of a key product range in the US.

Favourable tests findings by the US Department of Agriculture on its nitogen fertiliser technology, PiNT,  have opened potential new markets for the product, the company said.. 

Independent research carried out by the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) supports the use of  PiNT on turf grass. The USDA’s findings were reported at the World Soil Science Congress in Australia last week.

In statement, Preston-based Plant impanct said: “The board believes that home and gardens, golf courses and outfield turf management represent major potential USA markets for PiNT, which helps turf grass retain nitrogen for longer.

“Turf grass that can retain sufficient nitrogen shows improved colour and vigour, root-to-shoot ratios and disease resistance.

“In addition improved nitrogen retention leads to reduced nitrate run-off and pollution of waterways and coastal regions which in turn has environmental benefits.”

Chief executive Peter Blezard, added: “The USDA research provides further validation of our PiNT product, which will support our efforts to market this product to new sectors.”