At Hygeia, we're passionate about helping gardeners grow healthier plants while making more natural choices for their gardens. Through our partnership with the National Vegetable Society (NVS), we're delighted to support vegetable growers who share that passion.
One such grower is Raymond, Chair of the National Vegetable Society, who has been using Hygeia’s Nature Safe range for the past three years. His dedication to growing excellence was recently recognised at the 2026 National Championships in Cardiff, where he proudly represented Ireland and claimed the National Title for Small-Fruited Tomatoes.
Widely regarded as one of the premier vegetable exhibitions in the world, the championships bring together some of the finest growers and exhibitors from across the UK and Ireland to showcase their produce and compete for national titles. Following his success, Raymond shared how Nature Safe has become an integral part of his growing routine.
Real Results from the Vegetable Garden
Raymond has been using Nature Safe Tomato Feed and Seaweed Feed for three years in his polytunnel allotment in Tower, just outside Cork City. Growing 25 tomato plants across four different varieties, he has seen excellent results from incorporating regular feeding into his growing routine.
Speaking about his experience, Raymond said:
“I have been using the Nature Safe range of tomato and seaweed feeds for the past three years in my polytunnel on my allotment in Tower, just outside Cork City, where I grow 25 tomato plants across four different varieties. The results have been outstanding, producing consistently strong crops with fantastic colour, flavour and quality, and thankfully no issues with blossom end rot.
I firmly believe that regular feeding with quality organic products makes a real difference to the health and performance of my plants. I am particularly proud to be using excellent Irish products and knowing exactly what goes into my crops.
Representing Ireland at the 2026 National Championships in Cardiff and winning with my tomatoes was a very special achievement. Nature Safe has certainly played an important part in my growing success.”
Raymond's experience demonstrates the value of regular plant feeding and the role that quality products can play in a successful vegetable garden.
Growing Together with the National Vegetable Society
Our partnership with the National Vegetable Society reflects a shared commitment to celebrating vegetable growing, sharing horticultural knowledge and supporting growers at every level.
We're delighted to have the opportunity to support the NVS and its members, and to see Irish-made Nature Safe products being used by passionate growers like Raymond.
Congratulations again to Raymond on his fantastic achievement at the 2026 National Championships!
Discover Nature Safe: From the Sea to Your Soil
Developed in Ireland, Nature Safe is a range of organic, seaweed-based garden care products designed to help gardeners get the best from their plants, fruit and vegetables.
The range includes seaweed-based plant feeds, lawn care and natural pest control solutions, offering gardeners a more natural approach to everyday garden care. Nature Safe products are designed with families, pets, pollinators and wildlife in mind, making them a great choice for those looking to care for their gardens while being more mindful of the environment.
At the heart of the range is Wild Atlantic Seaweed, sustainably hand-harvested from the Connemara coastline. This natural ingredient is carefully sourced from Ireland's west coast and used across the range to help support healthy plant growth.
As a proudly Irish brand, Nature Safe is also Guaranteed Irish, reflecting its Irish roots and commitment to supporting local production and sourcing.