Wynnstay Group Plc products

The growth in sales of organic grass, arable silage and cereal seeds has been substantial in the past few years. We have also seen a large sales increase in fertility and soil structure crops such as Mustard, Phacelia, Red Clover and, more recently, Sweet Clover. Wynnstay have been selling organic cereal seeds and grass mixtures since 2000. We are fully licensed with Organic Farmers and Growers and have representation on the working group committee that decides how to interpret European directives with regard to organic seed. We are more than willing to put forward any comments from our customers at these meetings. The organic seed inclusion level for organic forage mixtures for 2015 is to increase to 70%. Wynnstay can offer organic alternatives to our conventional grass seed leys. Please see below and opposite for organic leys and seeds that are available.

The maize specialists at Wynnstay have been involved in the development of the forage maize crop for many years and we have become established as one of the largest maize seed suppliers in the Midlands, North West & Wales. This position enables us to source the best varieties available. We have forged strong relationships with the major maize breeders/agents supplying the UK ensuring that when promising new varieties appear we are able to assess them locally and then offer the best to our customers. The range of varieties we offer enables our specialists to make the most appropriate recommendation for an individual situation.

This mixture is designed to feed seed eating birds in arable landscapes, where there is little remaining food source. The aim of this mix is to provide a year round supply of food. Sow annually or every other year and drill in strips or blocks of a maximum of 0.5ha and no more than one block per 20ha. Spot treat or weed wipe injurious weeds. A non-residual product may be used prior to spring re-sowing to facilitate reestablishment. For establishment, the use of seed treatments to control pests and diseases are permitted. Only apply fertiliser or manure if necessary for establishment.

Sowing an area of flowering plants into the farmed landscape will boost the availability of essential food sources for a range of nectar-feeding insects, including butterflies and bees. Sow in strips or a block, not more than 0.5 ha per 20ha between mid March to mid April or July to August. Reestablish as necessary to maintain a sustained pollen nectar supply. To stimulate late flowering, cut half the area to 20cm in June and the whole area to 10cm between mid September and the end of October, ideally removing the cuttings. (Other conditions apply)

The fertiliser business of the Wynnstay Group has grown significantly over the last few years. As one of the largest merchants in the west of the country the company plays an important role in the distribution of a broad range of products from manufacturers and blenders.

With the agricultural industry facing growing financial and environmental pressures, the importance of choosing the right fertiliser for your soil has never been more critical. Fortunately, Glasson Fertilisers has the experience and the technology to help. We’ve been producing high quality agricultural fertilisers since 1990 and now supply to merchants and farmers throughout northern England and southern Scotland.

Omya have been supplying high quality calcium carbonate to industry for over 40 years as well as a range of complementary ingredients, minerals and other basic raw materials. Omya’s Agricultural division supplies a variety of products into the Farming sector including granular lime. Omya has two grades of granulated lime available to suit local conditions: