Hygeia Wins Overall Sustainability Award at the 2024 Innovation Awards for Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched feed

In a momentous triumph for sustainability in the agricultural industry, Hygeia has been honoured with the Overall Sustainability Award at the 2024 Innovation Awards, hosted by the Hardware Show and sponsored by Ahern. The award recognises Hygeia's groundbreaking efforts in sustainability, particularly for its Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched feed product, which has revolutionised the way we approach plant nutrition.

For Hygeia, this achievement is not merely a recognition of their recent endeavours but a culmination of their relentless commitment to improving the industry through innovative efforts to become more sustainable over the last 85 years. Since its establishment, Hygeia has consistently challenged conventional norms and pushed the boundaries of possibility. Now, with the Nature Safe brand, they continue to harness the power of nature for the betterment of the environment and our planet's climate.

From Left to Right- Hardware Association Ireland President Paul Candon , Peter Horkan , Martin Masterson General Manager Ahern Ireland , Sponsor of The Hardware Show Innovation Awards and Hygeia’s CEO John Byrne.

Overall Sustainability Category 2024 -winning product- Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched feed.

The Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched Feed

At the heart of Hygeia's success lies the Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched feed product. This innovative solution represents a paradigm shift in plant nutrition, leveraging the natural benefits of seaweed to enhance plant immunity and reduce environmental impact. This feed also improves the overall health of plants when it is introduced into the feeding regime of plants. Seaweed is a valuable resource in plant feed due to its rich nutrient profile, natural growth-promoting hormones, and stress-resistant properties. Hygeia has incorporated using seaweed extracts in our Nature Safe range.

Why is Seaweed a beneficial ingredient in plant feed?

-Rich in essential nutrients: Provides plants with nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, and trace minerals for balanced growth.

-Natural growth hormones: Stimulates root development, enhances flowering, and promotes overall plant vigor.

-Stress resistance: Helps plants withstand environmental stresses such as drought, heat, and disease.

-Improves soil health: Promotes microbial activity, enhances nutrient retention, and improves soil structure.

-Increased yields: Results in healthier, more robust plants with higher productivity.

-Supports sustainable agriculture: Contributes to environmentally friendly farming practices and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilisers.

Continuous Improvement in Sustainability

While the Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched feed may be their latest innovation, Hygeia's journey towards sustainability has been ongoing and evolving. Over the past few years, the company has intensified its efforts to minimise its environmental footprint and promote sustainable practices across its operations.

Sustainable Sourcing

Hygeia has prioritised sustainably sourcing ingredients of the Nature Safe range from the wild Atlantic shoreline of Connemara, Galway in the West of Ireland.

Waste Reduction

Acknowledging the significance of waste reduction, Hygeia has adopted strategies to reduce waste generation and optimise resource utilisation. All plastic and cardboard waste generated by Hygeia is recycled onsite, compacted into bales, and then collected by a waste management company as part of their sustainability efforts.

Engagement

Hygeia understands that sustainability extends beyond their own operations—it's about fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within the community. Hygeia has been awarded another certificate of compliance from REPAK for 2024 to recognise the efforts in complying with EU packaging regulations.

Looking Towards the Future

As Hygeia celebrates this prestigious accolade, they remain steadfast in their commitment to sustainability. With a legacy of innovation and a passion for improving sustainability within the company, they will continue to push the boundaries of possibility, leading the way towards a more sustainable future for generations to come. The Overall Sustainability Award at the 2024 Innovation Awards is not just a recognition of Hygeia's past achievements but a testament to their ongoing dedication to sustainability. With Nature Safe leading the charge, Hygeia is paving the way for a greener, more sustainable agricultural industry—one feed product at a time. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there's a growing interest in making sustainable choices. To discover more about the Nature Safe range from Hygeia, visit https://www.hygeia.ie/

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