Klasmann-Deilmann puts innovation and sustainability at the forefront of the business

German Klasmann-Deilmann, a leading corporate group in the international substrate industry, has confirmed its presence at the fortcoming IPM Essen show, taking place in Essen, Germany between 28-31 January 2025. In stand 2D17 in the Hall 2 the company will demonstrate how innovation and innovation go hand in hand when creating a greener future. 

The substrate manufacturer will put its Advanced substrates and the Growbag Advanced based on alternative raw materials, and the Growcoon in the spotlight. The company’s latest innovation called Sphaxx will make its debut in Essen.

“There’s pent-up demand for sustainable solutions for plant production,” explains managing director Moritz Böcking. “That’s why we are developing innovative substrate solutions and raw materials with a reduced carbon footprint and maximum crop safety.”

The long-term availability of renewable raw materials for substrate production remains of central importance. “We are investing in modern production facilities and securing resources so that we can supply our customers with the high-quality substrates they are used to at all times,” says Böcking.

Sphaxx
With Sphaxx, Klasmann-Deilmann presents a pioneering growing solution that meets the criteria of sustainability, supports optimum plant growth and is characterised by easy handling.

Sphaxx is produced in an innovative manufacturing process from very pure sphagnum, which comes from controlled cultivation and is not taken from peat bogs. In terms of plant cultivation, this new raw material has excellent air and water retention properties and a low pH value. The fully controlled, sustainable production ensures consistently high quality, reliable purity and increasing availability. Sphaxx will initially focus on the cultivation of orchids, with other product solutions in the pipeline.

ADVANCED Substrates
Another highlight at IPM is the ADVANCED substrate line, which consists of up to 100 per cent alternative raw materials. This allows substrate emissions to be reduced by up to 80 per cent while maintaining the same high quality. In addition to increased sustainability, these substrates offer reliable water retention capacity, optimised air permeability, and excellent root development. The focus is particularly on substrates for ornamental plant production and the cultivation of soft fruit, where a high level of crop and plant safety is required. “Our ADVANCED products are based on renewable raw materials such as wood fibres, green compost, quality bark and cocos, which, in combination with peat, form the basis for crop-safe, modern substrate mixtures,” says Moritz Böcking.

Growbag ADVANCED
For the cultivation of vegetables and strawberries Klasmann-Deilmann has developed the ADVANCED Growbag which is characterized by greater sustainability and performance. The Growbag contains an innovative mixture of wood fibres and cocos, which offers a high water and nutrient holding capacity.
“With the Growbag, we offer a solution that is not only ecologically sound, but also ensures high yield security for vegetables and strawberries. We are delighted with the positive market response and the strong sales.”

Klasmann-Deilmann at IPM Essen| Hall 2, Stand 2D17.