By working with Direct Eco Solutions, every aspect of plant growth, from seed to harvested crop, is protected and great care is taken to ensure that any source of contamination is avoided. Whilst this is generally applied to every aspect of the growth cycle, water quality (arguably one of the largest inputs to the growing process) is often overlooked.
Our products replace current, ineffective water treatment solutions or can be quickly and easily applied where no water quality measures exist.
Key Benefits
- Prevents irrigation system blockages
- Removes biofilm and prevents re-growth
- Reduction in infection pressure and crop loss
- Enriches water with oxygen promoting growth
- Optimises water use
- Reduces requirement for crop protection products
- pH neutral with no harmful by-products
- Prevents the growth of algae
Biofilm Problems In Horticulture
Many growers treat their water supply with chemistry that is either ineffective in the water itself or is not able to remove the biofilm cause of problems. It is only in recent years that the importance of water quality and the problems relating to biofilm presence has been recognised.
- Pathogens shelter in biofilm and when released into irrigation water can cause disease
- Biofilm deposits can slough off and block pipes and irrigation nozzles
- Legionella can be present which means misting or spraying water can be a health risk
- Increased temperature within a glasshouse and the presence of nutrients and fertilisers can increase the rate and scale of biofilm growth
FOGGING/MISTING – Glasshouse disinfection
End of season complete glasshouse disinfection.
No harmful residuals on surfaces, proven efficacy at low concentrations, non-corrosive, no odour or colour, total decontamination.
SURFACE & EQUIPMENT DISINFECTION
Trays, cutting equipment, belts and machinery can all be disinfected very effectively with no harmful residuals.
Testimonials
“A huge thank you to the team at DES, they have been nothing but professional and informative. Not only did they offer their service to help us get the nursery ready for reopening, but they patiently helped us evaluate our cleaning process and products to ensure we’re doing the right thing. Thank you very much.”
“From the first initial consultation to the completion of the ‘fogging’ to providing us with the essential paperwork, Direct Eco Solutions were very professional, informative and efficient. Knowing that our nursery is safe for the children and the staff is a great relief to us and of course the parents.”
