gtn MAY 2017
Advice and information for garden centre professionals
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Put pests in their place with Nippon As spring gets in full flow, gardeners are turning to pest control favourite Nippon to put pests in their place and keep them in check as summer approaches. Nippon is one of the UK’s leading and trusted pest control brands, with a wide range of products available to tackle most garden critters. From ants to wasps and rodents to moths, there is a product for every situation. Nippon’s Ant range is a firm favourite amongst gardeners. Consisting of nine products, best sellers include: Nippon Ant Killer Powder and Nippon Ant Control System. Nippon Ant Killer Powder is highly effective on ants and other crawling insects. Used both in and outside the home, users simply puff the powder down cracks or skirting. Long lasting, one application can last up to six months. If customers are looking for a more discreet pest control system, the Nippon Ant Control System is perfect. Containing two refillable ant bait stations and Nippon Ant Killer Liquid, it eliminates ants and their nests without a trace. Simply lay next to the ant trail, the ants will take the bait and return to their nest. For aerial threats, Nippon also has a range of fly, moth and wasp solutions. Nippon’s wasp range consists of three products: Nippon Wasp Control System, Nippon Wasp Nest Destroyer Foam and Nippon Wasp Nest Powder.
The Nippon Wasp Control System is safe to use around children and pets, and simply hangs from the tree. Containing a trap and attractant, it can last up to three months providing a wasp-free environment over the summer months.
For more information about Nippon, please visit: www.vitax.co.uk
From left to right: Daniel Wilkinson – Vitax’s managing director, Mark Butler – Vitax’s new sales manager and Colin Wetherley-Mein – Vitax sales manager.
Mark Butler joins Vitax As part of Vitax’s growth plans, the garden and horticulture product manufacturer has appointed a new sales manager to help expand into new markets. With almost 30 years’ industry experience, Mark Butler will be working alongside existing sales manager Colin Wetherley-Mein, who will be stepping down from his UK-wide role later this year to concentrate on Vitax’s key national accounts. Mark joins Vitax from Town & Country where he has spent the past three years as national sales manager. Prior to joining the fashion retail brand, Mark spent eight years at Solus and 18 years at Sinclairs working his way up from sales rep to key account manager. The appointment of a second sales manager is a first for Vitax, but essential to ensure a smooth transition for both customers and the existing sales team as Daniel Wilkinson, Vitax’s managing director, explains: “The success of Vitax is embedded in its sales team. Our customers trust not just our products, but also the relationship it has with its sales representatives and the company. “Colin has worked for Vitax for over 25 years and is well-respected by all. To ensure continuity and prepare for Colin’s change of role, we needed to appoint an individual that not only knew the industry, but also knew our customers too. Mark’s experience speaks for itself and we are delighted to have him on board.” In addition to working with customers and managing the sales team, Mark will be responsible for streamlining the existing sales system. “It is an exciting time to join Vitax as it has ambitious plans to grow its product range and is already investing in its online presence in preparation for that growth,” says Mark. Colin and Mark already have a great working relationship having spent the past three years on the GIMA Council together.