Currently, Manchester Foottech Ltd. Cocogreen has achieved global success in providing fruit and vegetable growers with a type of “super soil” (made from coconut shells) that promotes crop growth and is used in a similar way to compost. Recognized and awarded the King's Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
The King's Awards for Enterprise celebrate the success of exciting and innovative businesses. it is By leading with pioneering products and services, delivering impressive social mobility programs, and demonstrating a commitment to good sustainable development practices.
Cocogreen established in 2010 It helps food producers around the world reduce resource use and increase productivity, welfare and biodiversity.
Thanks to a patented technology (Moisture Control Technology (MCT)), super soil It retains moisture like a sponge. This means that crop growers can significantly reduce wasted water (up to 30 waters). percentAnd the yield will more than double.
cocogreen products is made From coconut, a completely renewable and peat-free raw material procured It is harvested from the company's plantation in Sri Lanka.that is being developed With an end-to-end supply chain managed in-house.
This is doubly important as it is banned in the UK usage of peat-based compost, is prohibited This trend is reflected across the EU and even more globally, with almost 50% of companies committed to this practice. percent Total global carbon emissions.
Over 75% of British berries already planted The King's Award shows how the business is replicating its advantages overseas.
More than half of its revenue comes from international exports, and the business is accelerating its global expansion with new and existing customers in the Americas, Australia, Europe and Africa.
Commenting on the award, Dr. Sudesh Fernando, CEO and Co-founder of Cocogreen, said:
“We are honored to receive this award for the second time. Our continued investment in new technology and building highly skilled in-house teams strengthens every link in our supply chain, something we have experienced It has become essential in supporting the country's rapid international growth.
Despite global challenges, anxiety We have been able to adapt and maintain high quality products and services in response to increasing demands in the face of a peat-free future. Furthermore, we do this in an ethical and sustainable manner, thus staying true to our founding principles. ”
Lead image: Coco Green. Photo: No credit.
