Profile Products, which manufactures HydraFiber horticulture substrates and other soil and vegetation management solutions, has acquired Sunterra Horticulture, a producer of professional-grade sphagnum peat moss.

Monitoring for heavy metals and harmful pathogens is a matter of routine for these growing media companies. See how they ensure the products you use to grow your crops are safe.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to making sure your raw substrate components are dosed at the right blend amount.

A recent study sought to quantify and compare substrate water and air relations for three propagation substrates that varied widely in physical characteristics.

You can find success in compressing your own growing media mixes. But before you go down that road, run the numbers to see if it’s in your best interest.

This two-part series highlights observations and findings on the stability, decomposition, and longevity of soilless substrates containing wood products.

What are your biggest needs as a grower when it comes to soilless substrates? A group of researchers wants to know.

The Canadian horticultural peat moss industry has partnered with the nation’s most respected peatland researchers to maintain peatland viability.

The latest video in the University of Florida’s training series on YouTube defines a 1 to 5 moisture scale that can be used to manage irrigation of container plants.

One of the most effective ways to make sure your growing media mix is providing a strong path to root development is to monitor moisture.

Michigan State University’s Garrett Owen highlights why growers should monitor and adjust substrate pH to prevent the development of nutritional disorders.

Following these best practices for nutrition and growing media can help you make a smooth transition to organic production.

How do you choose the best growing media and meet nutritional needs for your perennial plants program? It starts with your mix components.