Making changes away from perlite in propagation mixes requires paying strict attention to the impact on air space and water holding.

From frass to exuciae, Pamela Andrade of UC Davis highlights new potential plant nutrition solutions for growers to explore.

The fifth article in a six-part series looks at expanding the use of western tree species to improve wood substrate supply and production.

American Floral Endowment’s next Grow Pro webinar covers floriculture production practices with peat-reduced substrates.

Pindstrup has acquired Dominican Republic-based La Mundial de Coco, while Klasmann-Deilmann added a patented gel plug technology.

This fourth article in a six-part series examines the potential use of hardwood tree species as components of engineered wood substrates.

Although winter storage does not dramatically differ from storage at other times of year, there are still a few key differences to keep in mind.

This is the third article in a six-part series highlighting the sourcing, engineering, commercial availability, and use of wood substrates.

SustainaGuides provide practical, research-based tools to help improve water use, substrates, nutrient management, and energy efficiency.

This is the second article in a six-part series highlighting the sourcing, engineering, commercial availability, and use of wood substrates.

In the last of a four-part series, University of Georgia Ornamental Specialist Ping Yu looks at biochar’s physical and chemical properties, and provides a guide for those who may want to make their own biochar mixes.

In this episode, we talk to the team at CSPMA about the current peat situation in Canada, how members strive for sustainable peatland management, and some of myths behind peat.

In the last part of a series of articles featuring insights from growing media suppliers, we look at how these companies are partnering with universities, growers, and others to address future substrate needs.