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Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

May 9, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is proud to unveil the latest addition to its precision turf care range, the Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader, which has a 25kg hopper capacity. Designed for accuracy, consistency, and even distribution of granules, this market-leading spreader sets a new standard for greenkeepers, grounds managers, and […]

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

May 8, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project: As the world faces mounting pressure to reduce synthetic fertiliser use amid climate and soil degradation crises, a groundbreaking £961,000 project led by Bionema Group, a UK-based biocontrol technology developer, is paving the way for a sustainable transformation in nutrient management. This project is funded by the Department for […]

Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

May 9, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

May 8, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

May 9, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is proud to unveil the latest addition to its precision turf care range, the Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader, which has a 25kg hopper capacity.

Designed for accuracy, consistency, and even distribution of granules, this market-leading spreader sets a new standard for greenkeepers, grounds managers, and sports pitch professionals.

Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

The Appli-Tec 2000 rotary spreader uses a patented helical cone system to provide turf managers with an accurate, consistent, and even distribution of granules across all turf areas.

Robustly constructed with an improved build and stainless-steel frame, the Appli-Tec 2000 combines durability with enhanced functionality and is regarded as a reliable and trusted choice for professional fertiliser application.

Whether used on golf courses, football pitches or public amenity grounds, users can expect exceptional results that support healthy, high-performing turf.

As one of the UK’s leading providers of turf management solutions, OAS brings together a portfolio of industry-recognised brands and technical expertise to support the management of natural turf and landscape environments. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and customer support, OAS delivers tailored solutions to the UK’s amenity, sports, and landscape sectors.

For more information on the benefits of the Appli-Tec 2000 or to place an order, call 0800 138 7222 or email sales@originamenity.com.

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Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

May 8, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project: As the world faces mounting pressure to reduce synthetic fertiliser use amid climate and soil degradation crises, a groundbreaking £961,000 project led by Bionema Group, a UK-based biocontrol technology developer, is paving the way for a sustainable transformation in nutrient management.

This project is funded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) through the Farming Innovation Programme, under the Nutrient Management Competition. The programme is delivered in partnership with Innovate UK.

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

Funded by Innovate UK, the Biofilm Biofertiliser project brings together a consortium of scientific and industry leaders to develop a first-of-its-kind, biofilm-based biofertiliser, offering a scalable, low-cost, and environmentally responsible alternative to chemical fertilisers. This UK-developed innovation is poised to have global relevance as agriculture seeks regenerative, high-impact solutions to feed a growing population without destroying natural ecosystems.

“The global fertiliser crisis is not just about rising prices—it’s about the survival of our soils,” said Dr Minshad Ansari, CEO and Founder of Bionema Group. “This unique biofilm technology enables farmers to drastically cut synthetic inputs while restoring soil health and increasing crop productivity.”

A Unique Microbial Solution for a Global Challenge

By leveraging a novel consortium of UK-native, biofilm-forming plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB), the biofertiliser is designed to reduce synthetic fertiliser usage by 40–50%, while improving nutrient uptake, soil structure, and crop yields by 20–30%.

Formulated as water-dispersible granules (WDG) and encapsulated products, the solution will be easy to apply and have a minimum shelf life of up to 24 months, meeting the operational needs of both large-scale and smallholder farms globally.

Three-year field trials will assess product performance on wheat, potatoes, strawberries, and ornamentals across multiple UK farms. The results are expected to provide a blueprint for international adoption across diverse soil and crop types.

“This project offers a revolutionary approach to improving soil health and reducing nitrogen dependency,” said Richard Glass, Innovation Lead at the UK Agri-Tech Centre. “The environmental and economic benefits could be transformative for farmers in the UK and globally.”

A Collaboration to Scale Sustainability

In addition to Bionema Group’s leadership in microbial R&D and product development, the project consortium includes:

CPI, providing process development, scale-up, and manufacturing support.
UK Agri-Tech Centre, leading knowledge exchange, end-user engagement, and impact dissemination.

“We’re excited to help bring this breakthrough to market,” said Kris Wadrop, Managing Director – Materials at CPI. “By combining our formulation expertise with Bionema’s biological innovation, we’re creating a product that can be scaled in the UK and deployed globally.”

Lasting Impact and Global Relevance

This innovative product addresses critical issues in modern agriculture:

Reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and nitrogen runoff
Strengthens resilience against climate and market volatility
Supports compliance with UK and EU fertiliser reduction targets
Aligns with UN SDGs: Zero Hunger, Climate Action, Life on Land, and Responsible Consumption

By producing and scaling the solution in the UK, the project reduces import dependency and positions the UK as a global leader in biocontrol and biofertiliser innovation.

“This is not just a UK story—it’s a global one,” added Dr. Ansari. “With the right partnerships and investment, we can roll out this sustainable technology to farmers worldwide.”

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Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

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Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader

Origin launches Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is proud to unveil the latest addition to its precision turf care range, the Appli-Tec 2000 Rotary Spreader, which has a 25kg hopper capacity.

Bionema Leads £961,000 Biofilm Biofertiliser Project

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