Revolutionising Potato Storage in Scotland
Crop Services Scotland have joined forces with Restrain – a global leader in residue-free crop storage solutions – as their sole representatives, to deliver sustainable and cost-effective storage solutions to Scottish farmers.
This collaboration is driven by a shared commitment to sustainability and innovation. Together, Crop Services and Restrain aim to address the growing demand for environmentally friendly storage solutions, particularly in the potato industry.
With Restrain’s residue-free anti-sprout control products, including their flagship ethylene-based storage solution and the Accumulator, Scottish farmers can look forward to a reliable alternative tailored to meet their needs.
Restrain – the natural replacement for CIPC in potato stores
Restrain develops innovative, natural solutions for post-harvest crop management.
Restrain’s unique generator converts ethanol into ethylene gas, offering eco-friendly sprout control for potatoes and onions.
They also provide seed potato treatments that enhance stem count, boost marketable yield, and ensure uniform size distribution. In addition, Restrain offers ripening solutions for tomatoes.
What is ethylene?
Is ethylene gas safe?
Ethylene is a very safe gas. It was previously used for tens of years as an anesthetic at concentrations of 70-80%. Now it has been replaced by modern anesthetics, mostly due to the high explosion risk of such high concentrations and not at all for toxicology reasons. Bananas are ripened by ethylene gas and most apple stores contain 50 to 100 times higher ethylene concentrations than used by the Restrain process.
Where does ethylene come from?
Ethylene is a natural gas. It is produced in nature by bacteria and fungi in the soil and by all plants or fruits like apples and tomatoes.
Is ethylene Residue-free?
Yes, 100% Residue-free. Restrain is suitable for use in organic production, leaving no residue in the crop or in the storage facility.
Key benefits of ethylene gas
Restrain suppresses sprouts on potatoes and leaves zero residue in the storage or on the crop.
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No Waiting Time
Experience the Restrain ethylene gas system for your potato storage — an innovative sprout control solution using a generator placed directly in your store.
Restrain’s novel startup procedure ensures fry colour is preserved. With no harvest interval and no need to exclude personnel from the store, Restrain simplifies crop management. Fully approved and residuefree, Restrain keeps your store and crops clean, safe, and efficient.
Restrain’s Accumulator promotes stem growth on seed potatoes. This innovative system harnesses ethylene, which blocks apical dominance, resulting in the release of lateral buds from inhibition, resulting in more stems per seed piece.
The longer the duration of the treatment, the greater the response. This process is safe for storage managers and seed growers. During treatment, storage temperatures are raised to 6°C or 8°C.
Increased temperature promotes earlier emergence (5–10 days) and advances the onset of tuber bulking.
Ready to take control with Restrain?
Contact our team of experts and discover the power of ethylene gas.