Zostigreen protect, Amendment and slug barrier
GARDENING Growing media and soil improversPest controlSVABA, the Arcachon Basin Algae Utilization Company, presents ZOSTIGREEN PROTECT, a soil conditioner and slug barrier.
Made from eelgrass, more than just a seaweed, it's a protected resource!
What is your solution?
- Zostigreen Protect is both a soil amendment and a slug barrier. It is enriched with oyster shells from the Arcachon Basin to repel mollusks (gastropods: slugs, snails, etc.). It also provides calcium (for root development and fruit quality). The product supplies trace elements, combating deficiencies in iron, manganese, boron, and magnesium. It strengthens natural defenses thanks to specific polysaccharides. It ensures moisture retention and release: it absorbs water and releases it gradually, facilitating water management. It improves soil structure, thus promoting better root development.
What needs have you identified among your potential customers and are you trying to meet?
- It addresses problems caused by pests such as slugs, and also provides a solution to problems related to climate change, particularly droughts. It stimulates root development and protects plants from fungal attacks.
How big do you estimate your market to be?
- Between 100,000 and 300,000 euros
What is your recommended retail price?
- 25,90 €
What are your competitive advantages (USP: Unique Selling Proposition)?
- The only product on this market that is unique to the marine herbaceous plant, Zostera.
What is your stage of development:
- La commercialisation est imminente
Define in one sentence the value you bring to your customers or users (max 15 words - this sentence can be used in communication tools)
- It provides security for consumers and addresses their gardening problems: drought, slug pests, and strengthens natural defenses.