Glasson Fertilisers, Lancaster, U.K., has announced that it has agreed to purchase the Helm U.K. fertilizer business and blending plant located in the port of Howden. Glasson said the plant will complement its existing production facilities at Winmarleigh, Goole, Montrose, and Birkenhead, and allow good geographical coverage of the majority of the U.K. fertilizer market.
“We are delighted to have the opportunity to continue expand our fertilizer operations with the acquisition of the Howden facility, and we look forward to working closely with our new colleagues, customers, and suppliers to continue to grow the business,” said Robert Ingham, Glasson Fertilizer Director.
Glasson Fertilisers said it began operating from the site effective March 1, 2021.
Glasson is one of the largest suppliers of granular fertilizer in the U.K., both producing and importing fertilizer since 1990 and distributing product throughout England, Wales, and Scotland.
Aside from fertilizer, the Glasson Group is one of the leading suppliers of crop inputs in the U.K., supplying grass and arable seed, agricultural chemicals, and sprays. The company operates as a part of Wynnstay Group Plc, which was founded in 1977 as a trader and importer of animal feed commodities.