Day 1 at IPM ESSEN 2026 in Essen has been incredibly energizing. The halls were buzzing from the opening bell, with growers, nursery managers, substrate specialists and greenhouse tech teams moving quickly between stands. The energy confirms once again why this is the world’s most important horticulture trade fair.
What stood out most today was the intense focus on sustainable, high-performance growing media. Many conversations circled around the same pain points: peat reduction regulations getting stricter, inconsistent substrate quality, water retention challenges in hot climates, and the need for reliable, renewable alternatives that still deliver strong root development and uniform crops.
That’s exactly where cocoX coconut coir products fit so naturally.
- Superior water and air balance compared to many standard coir products, giving roots more oxygen while holding moisture longer – a big advantage in both propagation trays and larger containers.
- Very low EC and balanced pH right out of the bag, saving growers time and water normally spent on extra rinsing or buffering.
- Traceable, renewable sourcing with consistent quality batch after batch, helping professional growers meet upcoming sustainability reporting requirements without sacrificing yield or plant health.
- Custom blends we offer (coir + perlite, coir + peat alternatives, etc.) that let nurseries fine-tune for specific crops – from young plants to ornamentals and vegetables.
We’ve already had great discussions with growers who are actively shifting away from peat and looking for a trusted coir partner that can scale with them. Seeing their faces light up when they feel the texture, test the drainage, and hear about our consistent supply chain was the highlight of the day.
Day 1 proved that the industry is ready – and actively searching – for exactly the kind of reliable, performance-driven coconut coir solutions cocoX is built to deliver.
Tomorrow we’re looking forward to more technical deep-dives and meeting even more forward-thinking teams.
Stay tuned for Day 2 highlights!
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