Why is propagation on more growers' agendas? Greater flexibility and control over production behind propagation move

摘要

Propagating your own bedding plants is rising up the agenda for growers. Having security over your own crop and ensuring it is clean and available when you want it are obvious advantages. WD Smith & Son's Michael Smith, who is on the British ProtectedOrnamentals Association's (BPOA) technical committee, says there is more propagation byUK growers going on for a variety of reasons, including greater flexibility and control over your production.