Living in the far north west of Scotland and being faced with a journey of 180 miles to get vegetables, hotelier Robert Irving decided to grow his own. Using plastic tunnel houses he has become totally self-sufficient, producing high quality food for his customers and selling excess produce in the local area. Aided by expert John Molyneux he has developed several hydroponic units producing early crops of strawberries, french beans, peas and salads. Jim Sutherland ,
Horticultural Adviser from the North of Scotland College of Agriculture, sees the venture as an ideal model for small growers or any farmer wishing to increase farm-gate sales. Reporter GEOFF HAMILTON
Producer DENIS W. GARTSIDE BBC Pebble Mill
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