Yalding, Kent, 21 July 2023 - Bosman Van Zaal celebrates a momentous collaboration with Clock House Farm, who is revolutionising raspberry cultivation. Since 2022, the multi-span film-covered greenhouse has been instrumental in elevating Clock House Farm's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge farming practices.
Raspberry
Clock House Farm's adoption of high-tech poly greenhouses, is testament to their dedication to innovative and eco-friendly growing techniques. Oli Pascall, the visionary managing director of Clock House Farm, attests, "Our fruit is grown in high tech poly greenhouses rather than standard tunnels. We use heat extracted from the River Medway, to achieve a consistent temperature of up to 50 degrees in the greenhouses, representing an innovative and genuinely renewable source of energy." This forward-thinking approach ensures optimal growth of the flagship variety grown at the farm Driscoll’s Maravilla, from April to November, setting new standards in the industry.
Film-covered greenhouse
Bosman Van Zaal's film-covered greenhouses are integral to Clock House Farm's journey towards sustainable and renewable energy practices. The river heated production extends the growing season for British berries, bolstering both the farm's productivity and environmental stewardship.
As a pioneering company committed to advancing agricultural practices, Clock House Farm continues to inspire change in the industry. Its dedication to embracing state-of-the-art technologies and environmentally friendly solutions positions the business as the ideal forward-thinking partner for Bosman Van Zaal.
Sustainable
Clock House Farm's rich heritage of 120 years in farming, coupled with its ethical and sustainable approach, aligns with Bosman Van Zaal's mission to empower growers worldwide. Thanks to this collaboration, consumers can savour premium British-grown raspberries, skilfully grown in a film-covered greenhouse for longer.
Bosman Van Zaal is proud to be part of Clock House Farm's success story, contributing to the cultivation of the highest quality, efficiently and sustainably grown fruit for the UK's leading retailers. Together, we are shaping a brighter, greener future for horticulture, delivering exceptional produce with no compromise on responsible practices.
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