Southern Trident Limited

When Smaller Means Better: The Big Benefits of Compression and Concentration At Southern Trident, we believe that sometimes, less really is more. Across industries, we’ve seen how making products smaller or more concentrated can lead to big improvements. From laundry detergent evolving from bulky boxes of powder to compact tablets, to double-concentrated squash drinks reducing the need for excessive packaging, innovation often lies in doing more with less. This isn’t just about convenience – it’s about quality, efficiency, and a better future for our planet. This thinking is at the heart of our newly rebranded Little Big Compost, the latest evolution of our award-winning compressed coir compost. By compressing our coir into smaller, lighter blocks, we’ve created a product that’s easier to store, transport, and handle, while retaining – and even improving – the exceptional quality gardeners expect. Little Big Compost expands when hydrated to deliver all the rich, premium growing media you need for healthy, vibrant plants. The name says it all: a little block with a big impact. The environmental benefits are huge. By reducing the size and weight of our product, we cut down on packaging waste, transportation emissions, and storage space. It’s a smaller product with a significantly smaller footprint, yet it delivers the same (if not better) results as larger, traditional alternatives. Just as double-concentrated drinks mean fewer bottles to produce, ship, and recycle, Little Big Compost allows gardeners to grow sustainably without compromising on performance. At Southern Trident, we’re committed to innovating for a greener future. Little Big Compost is a testament to how thoughtful design can deliver better results – for gardeners and the environment alike. A smaller block, a bigger impact – now that’s the power of thinking small. What other innovations have inspired you to think differently about size and sustainability? Let’s start the conversation. #PeatFree Responsible Sourcing Scheme #ReducingCarbon

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"Spreading the word—and the truth—about coir! 🌱 Don't let the naysayers muddy the waters! We're tackling the myths head-on and showing why coir is the sustainable choice for gardening and growing. From responsible water usage to lowering our CO2 footprint, coir's benefits speak for themselves. Let’s set the record straight!" 🌍🌿 #SustainableGardening #Coir

It’s really important that we’re all on the same page about making honest environmental claims, both for our own integrity and for the trust our customers place in us. Here’s why being accurate with green claims matters: 1. Building Trust: Customers care deeply about sustainability, and they want to know that their purchases are truly making a difference. If we exaggerate or misrepresent how green our products are, we risk losing their trust. Once that trust is broken, it’s incredibly hard to rebuild. 2. Staying Legal: There are strict rules in the UK around advertising, especially when it comes to environmental claims. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and the Green Claims Code from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) make sure companies tell the truth about how green their products are. If we don’t, we could face fines, forced corrections, or bans on our advertising—things that can be damaging to our brand. 3. Doing the Right Thing: Beyond the rules, it’s just the right thing to do. People expect transparency, and we should be proud to clearly show how we’re reducing our environmental impact. If we’re serious about sustainability, we owe it to our customers to be honest about the progress we’re making—and where we still need to improve. 4. Supporting a Fair Market: When companies make misleading green claims, it can create confusion and skepticism among consumers, making it harder for genuinely sustainable brands to stand out. By being honest, we help ensure that the whole market is more trustworthy and fair for everyone. 5. Strengthening Our Brand: Genuine commitment to sustainability is a long-term win. It attracts loyal customers who align with our values and believe in our commitment to making a positive impact. It’s not just about the immediate sales but building a brand that people believe in for years to come. 6. Helping the Bigger Picture: The UK has set ambitious targets for cutting carbon emissions and reaching net zero. By being transparent, we help guide customers toward choices that genuinely make a difference. It’s about making sure their decisions are part of a real movement toward a more sustainable future—not just clever marketing. By making accurate, honest claims about the sustainability of our products, we can build deeper relationships with our customers, meet legal standards, and do our part in driving real positive change. It’s good for business, good for customers, and good for the planet. For environmental integrity choose Southern Trident Limited

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Have a listen to what our CEO and industry colleagues have to say on the topic of the switch to peat-free. Southern Trident are proud to have sponsored the seminar.

Great recognition of what we’re doing and the team’s hard work!!

Visit the 52nd Four Oaks Trade Show 3-4 September, Cheshire to see Silver sponsor Southern Trident Limited at the UK’s leading international exhibition for the whole of commercial #horticulture #fouroakstradeshow #growingmedia #peatfree See more details on the Southern Trident exhibitor page: https://lnkd.in/er5_QWqA

Southern Trident are sponsoring the HortWeek Four Oaks Trade Show Peat Debate. Please come along to listen and get involved in the discussion at the Four Oaks Trade Show with our CEO Steve Harper Matthew Appleby Alistair Griffiths Simon Blackhurst and Steve Carter #PeatFree #TheFuture Responsible Sourcing Scheme #GrowingMediaAssociation FLEURIE NURSERY LIMITED Royal Horticultural Society https://lnkd.in/ekZUZ3NM