Fertiliser : New Plant
Grain : Largest grain Storage In
the South
The main highlight of the Fertiliser calendar was the intro-
duction of a new state - of - the - art blending and bagging sys-
tem showing a major investment and vastly improved facili-
This year, we reached a new pinnacle in our export journey, setting
ty for the company.
a record in annual tonnage for malting barley exports.
July 2023
The old system had served its purpose well to place Barthol-
saw us ship no fewer than four cargoes, making us the largest ship-
omews into the Fertiliser sector the way it did and allowed
per of this crop in the south. This milestone is not just a number; it's
us to gain footprint in the markets to grow the business and
a symbol of our expanding partnerships.
serve our customers with all their crop nutrition needs.
In our continuous quest for growth, the Western Grain team com-
The new facility consists of 6 state - of - the - art loading hop-
menced operations in a modern facility at Sparkford. This move not
pers which will house various raw materials required as a
only signifies growth but also represents our commitment to enhanc-
straight product or to be made up as a blend, regular or be-
ing our offerings in the region, providing our clients with unparal-
spoke.
leled service and quality.
With this new system, we can coat UREA with our inhibitor
2023 was also a year of forging new paths and expanding our reach.
BASF LIMUS as with the last unit, but this new one is much
We signed new and exciting supply agreements with four major
quicker and therefore so much more efficient for product
processers in the wheat, barley, and oat markets. These partnerships
output. Also, there is now a facility to add Micronutrients to
are more than just business transactions; they are opportunities that
our finished Fertiliser grades such as ZINC, SELENIUM, MO-
add value to our growers, fostering a thriving agricultural communi-
LYBDENUM, and others as required. The machine is also
ty.
fitted with a micro screen for taking out any foreign bodies
Embarking on a sustainable future, we began work on next -
and filtering out any dust from the incoming raw materials.
generation grower's initiatives. In partnership with a major UK retail-
The final materials are then oil - coated for ultimate quality
er, we're focusing on highly sustainable crops, a step that echoes
which also provides an anti - caking coating for longer shelf
our commitment to the environment and sustainable agriculture
life of the grades.
practices. This initiative marks our journey towards a greener future
The final improvement into the Fertiliser system is the instal-
in agriculture.
lation of the Big Bag High - Speed Line which allows us to
As we look towards 2024, our vision for innovation continues. We
increase our ability to produce grades in greater quantities
are set to enhance our grain testing capabilities, with new testing
and shorter time. This allows the business to service our
facilities at Sparkford and improved services at Chichester. Moreo-
customers much more efficiently and allows us to produce
ver, the delivery of our first sustainably produced crops to the mar-
more in peak periods and expand the business into other
ket in late 2024 will be a landmark achievement, showcasing our
markets.
commitment to sustainability.
All in all, a massive step forward for the Fertiliser Sector
with next stage evolution for the business.
As we close this year's chapter, we look forward to the opportunities
Colin Burton—Fertiliser Manager
and challenges that lie ahead. 2023 has been filled with achieve-
ments and new initiatives. We extend our gratitude to our dedicated
team, our partners, and community for their unwavering support.
Together, we will continue to set new standards in agricultural ex-
cellence, embracing growth, innovation, and sustainability.
Richard Wright—Grain Manager
Lab : Continued Efficiency Improvements
It has been another busy year in the seed and grain laboratory.
Completing over 4,300 grain harvest analysis tests, collected by our great on - farm samplers
and tested by harvest lab assistants.
It has been a bumper seed production year which has run smoothly thanks to an amazing
multi - team effort.
Alice Appleford
- Lab Manager
Alice Appleford — Lab Manager
Agriculture ’ s link within a sustainable food industry.
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