Unrooted Cuttings
Unrooted Cuttings (URC) are vegetative plant segments cut cleanly from mother stock and shipped through a cold chain. They will ultimately grow into a liner and beautiful finished plant. URCs have not been stuck in soil to generate a root base. These cuttings are propagated and grown by greenhouses or by root-and-sell operations to sell as liner supply.
Traditional URCs are a low input cost for the grower. URC vegetative classes are wide and varied – from Annuals, Perennials, Tropicals and more. Contact your Ball ColorLink® or Sales Representative for details on ordering URCs through Ball Seed®.
Fresh, Reliable Supply
Reliability is the word that best describes our unrooted cuttings. This reliability applies to the offshore supply of our production farms plus the way the product is delivered to you, our customer.
Our commitment to reliability is essential to the success and profitability of your business. From our own MPS-A certified farms of Las Limas in Nicaragua and YecaFlora in Mexico, to representing all major URC genetics worldwide, Ball Seed® provides all of our customers with high-quality and reliable solutions for their growing needs.
Next-Gen URC Forms
Advancements in unrooted cuttings have increased efficiencies. Callus Cuttings have a shorter crop time than URCs – they cut rooting time in half reducing propagation time. They require less heat for lower energy costs, plus the faster root development improves branching for better-quality plants.
In addition, mechanized advancements like AutoStix™ Strip Cuttings help automate the sticking process, saving growers on scheduled labor costs through investments in machinery. They are offered in the same high-quality URC and Callus options, and the strips are biodegradable to minimize waste.
Technical Support From Transplant To Finish
Our Ball Technical Services team has developed URC production tips and guidelines to ensure grower success. If you’re interested in URC propagation, contact our experts with any questions or search our extensive document library for expertise. Download our “Grow A Better Liner” guide for all the basics and standard practices.