For over a century , Morel has been breeding Cyclamen purpurascens and sustainability has always been a topic eminent on their priority list . For over the last 30 years now , this Gallic company committed themselves with a sustainable culture approach . They ’ve undertaken several initiative to become more sustainable . " And when ecology fits in with economy , it ’s a win - win berth ! " , say Isabelle Andre , Morel ’s Marketing Manager . In this clause , we will mention some of the actions that have been made and some of the action that are presently in forward motion to become a more sustainable party .
Photo lease during Morel ’s 100th anniversary festivity , last November . Click here for more pictures of this festal twenty-four hours .
Water managementThe sustainable management of the natural resourcefulness is one of the pillars of sustainable development , Andre explicate . " The water management in our horticultural sector is therefore essential to participate in the ecological conversion . The water , a fundamental factor in our concern and in our Mediterranean regions , is subject to optimum supervision with regard to its management and distribution in our establishments . "
to use their water supply more efficiently , they arrange up an electro - magnetic water treatment system , without chemicals , of Aqua4D. Morel ’s Jacques Reussard says : " The aim of this system was to provide a long - endure result to the problem of choked tearing capillaries . It foreclose ordered series and bio film deposits inside the pipes . Thanks to this technology , no more high pressure unblocking of pipes and drippers leading to an unnecessary flow of water . " According to Reussard Andre , it is a remarkably innovative organisation that not only enabled them to achieve the previously mention finish , but also play other advantages . " The good effects were quick ; we saved 10 % of water per year ( i.e. 1000 m3 ) , 25 % of tearing prison term as well as sustainment . On top of that , the optimised water distribution in the pots led to well settle down quality and therefore also healthier plants " .
vigour ManagementIn Morel ’s glasshouse , also several actions were taken to trim down their carbon footmark . " First of all , we ’ve chosen for plastic pots , or else of terracotta quite a little , which are more energy - take in terms of its industry and tape drive . Then , we automatise the mood in the greenhouse according to the outside temperature for a depleted energy consumption and white - washed and white - washed removed the glasshouse regularly depending on temperature and light . It all set aside considerable savings on heating and better control of watering . On top of that , we are currently installing a new power analyzer place that will grant us to better understand our electrical energy ingestion . "
But also in their authority , they have the same willingness to reduce CO² : " Besides the installation of LED lights , that consumer 3 meter less energy , temperature are optimised and adjusted as much as potential according to office occupancy . Also , a loose - cool down system has been correct up for the zephyr conditioning system , as this part is energy - consumptive . It allow a maximal cooling of the offices thanks to an international respiration before the air conditioner are turned on . "
Recycling and waste material managementRegarding the tray , they ’ve select for seeding tray in reusable PVC , rather than polystyrene . Also their used are being reprocess . " 100 % of our plastic pots have a second life . " They not only recycle the good deal , by giving them to local community , they also recycle the potting ground which is 100 % reused by their neighbouring partners . Further all other products , like paper , cardboard , credit card , polystyrene , shelling , drinking glass , ink cartridges are recycled in the appropriate distribution channel . Even the chocolate grounds are recycle for employee ’s gardens compost .
Biological controlOf course , their sustainable drive is also implemented in their training and cultivation . " Since 1994 , we are an unconditional supporters of biological dominance and prevention in horticultural practices . One of our major aims is to head off pesticides and by produce healthy parental lines , by preserving our ' gene pool ' and by optimising the calibre and quantity of harvested seeds sell worldwide , we are able to do so . “At Morel , they are constantly searching for prophylaxis method acting . These methods lie in preventing the potential menace on the crops ( onslaught from blighter , fungi or bacteria ) thanks to the trailing of the population and of their development conditions . " In this way , we supervise our crop in the good way possible towards the ecologic modulation with the minimal use of chemicals . “The place up various prophylactic measure . They , for example , fit 3.3 hour angle of their greenhouse with worm - proof screens , which limit the entry of insect population and therefore reduce the need to fight against punctual invasions with chemicals . Besides , grease mulching is being carried out on all the greenhouse , let the suppression of weed killer and thus avoiding larval reproduction into the land , and the drain channels are being houseclean around the greenhouses , limiting the arrival of harmful larvae in the greenhouse . Additionally , they habituate use worm trapping with sticky traps and biologic control against thrips with the addition of beneficials and the propagation to prolong the presence of this universe of beneficials . On top of that , they are also experimenting with thrips ascendence , using optical lure ; blurring of worm vision by LED firing in sure wavelength .
" We guard and move for environment"Andre : " Thanks to our mingy coaction with our suppliers of substitute solutions to chemistry , we have acquired a recognised experience in the trade and we share these good pattern to all the middleman of our connection . As truthful ambassadors to our worldwide web , these unexampled biologic solution are first tested and okay internally by our engineers before being unfreeze to our partners and client by our expert sales representatives . In occupation with these examination , substratum supplier have integrated some of these solution originally done for our “ custom made ” mixes . The incorporation of antagonistic fungi to Fusarium Oxysporum spp ciclaminis into the potting filth to keep the development of morbific fungi has become a standard for many European plantsman . "
effort of inquiry in party favour of the environmentIn facts of life of their cyclamen varieties , the environmental impact of their varieties takes an important role . " We choose plants that are more full-bodied , less weewee consuming but also resistive to Botrytis and brutal temperature variations . Also , the plants are chosen for their long - lasting performances in store and at the consumer ’s home . Long - term carrying out of the plant life , disease resistance , heat resistance and genetic diversity are all breeding criteria that channelize our cyclamen towards slap-up respect for the environment , and this right up to the consumer . "
certification andlabelsAnd when act environmentally favorable , certification are a way to know if you are on the good track . One certification that is widely recognised in the sphere of professional horticulture , bear witness about our commitment to sustainable output at all horizontal surface , is the MPSA+ certification . In 2019 , Morel obtained this certification with a score of 107/110 for the 2019 season . Other labels they have are ' Fleurs de France ' , which certifies the French origin or their cyclamen source product and the ' CCVS ' label for their National Collection of cyclamen persicum , a label that manifest their varietal and genetic variety .
For more informationS.A.S. MOREL Diffusion2565 , Rue de Montourey83600 FréjusFranceIsabelle AndreEmail:[email protected]T : +33 ( 0)4 94 19 73 04F : +33 ( 0)4 94 19 73 19www.cyclamen.comwww.indiaka.cyclamen.com
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