Nicky & Wade Mann are both Australian Nuffield Farming Scholars based on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. They run a diverse operation called Roses 2 Go Pty Ltd growing hydroponic roses, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries in 2 multi-span greenhouses with an online shop, a farm store and educational tours of the facility. The couple also do technical trials on new crops and products.
Previously farmers from Zimbabwe – the couple have been in Australia over 14 years running their business.
Nicky is a 2014 Nuffield Scholar & completed her 2 year study on Intensive Berry Production using Greenhouses, Hydroponics and Substrates travelling extensively around the globe looking at best practice. Nicky’s report & technical compendium have both been published.
Wade is a 2015 Nuffield Scholar and his focus is on Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPDM) for greenhouse berry crops, with a special focus on pollination under protected cropping.
This duo is now offering consultancy across the globe for intensive berry & rose production in greenhouses/tunnels. To find out more about their services, what they have to offer & charges please use the contact form & they will get back to you ASAP.