News is confirmed that Belgian company Sterckx are entering the compost market in Northen Ireland.
The company hopes to make their Phase 3 compost available to customers in Ireland.
A new competitor in the compost market ought to help keep prices in line for the mushroom growing operations in the North.
The company has employed a local mushroom industry stalwart to help with getting the new compost supplier established in the local marketplace.
None other that Patrick Kernan, a well seasoned veteran of the industry is taking on the mantle as compost rep for the company.
Word is that top man at Sterckx Patrick Devla has been over in the province to meet with some growers and interested parties during the middle of June.
Good luck to all involved in the new venture.
The European connection is now well and truly established.
