Why are we asking to stop peat sales?
Peat extraction equals
429,682.5m3
the amount of peat dug up since the UK government’s promise to end peat sales by 2024 was definitively missed
Amateur Gardeners
Peat-free gardening can help you reduce your garden’s carbon cost while protecting rare plants and wildlife.
Horticultural Businesses
It is time for businesses in the horticulture industry to start transitioning to peat-free growing to be well placed when legislation comes into force.
Local Councils/Authorities
Going peat-free in council procurement uses your purchasing power to make a huge difference.
Watch our Hort Shorts
As we continue to push for legislation to end peat sales, we’re highlighting businesses and organisations that are already thriving with peat-free growing.
Open Letter
We're asking Keir Starmer to #EndPeatSales
Read our open letter signed by over 100 retailers, nurseries, and individuals calling for legislation, including B&Q and the Co-op.
Download the Peat-free Guide
The Peat-free Partnership contributed in the development of this initiative, backed by over 20 organisations including the Peat-free Partnership and Defra, which provides practical advice to help gardeners succeed with peat-free compost while tackling common challenges like overwatering and underfeeding.
Open letter: 100+ businesses and other supporters urge Keir Starmer to #EndPeatSales
We have sent an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for legislation to end peat sales in the UK. The letter is signed by over 100 signatories including peat-free horticultural businesses and many other supporters. Amongst the signatories are retailers B&Q and Co-op Supermarkets and individual supporters Chris Packham and Guy Shrubsole.
It’s clear that we need legislation now to protect our precious peatlands. Let’s work together to end peat sales now!
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