MJP Supplies, the UK distributor of Agrifol, is citing rising input costs as the reason for an increase in RBC sales.
In the last six months, the company has reportedly seen demands for the 1,000-litre containers increase by a third, with average orders exceeding 6,000 litres per month.
“When bought in an RBC, the cost per litre is just £10, and that’s enough to treat one hectare,” says Marcus. “The feedback we have received from farmers and our large-scale liquid fertiliser manufacturers which blend Algifol into their products is that the rapidly rising input costs are behind the move to bulk purchases. People are doing everything they can to reduce their costs and save money wherever possible.
“Like other manufacturers and distributors, we’ve tried incredibly hard to remain competitive, and thankfully, Algifol’s manufacturers have done the same, so the cost of Algifol has not increased this year, which is another factor in its popularity.
“However, the main reason for Algifol’s growing popularity is its effect on crops. 2024 has been one of the wettest years in living memory, and when growers have managed to get their crops in the ground, they’ve been determined to give them the best chance. Aligfol has proven itself over the years to improve crops’ resistance to extreme weather, including excessive rainfall.”
The brown algae derived biostimulant is also available in one-litre and 10-litre cans. For more information go to www.mjpsupplies.co.uk