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Contents tagged with peat
10 January 2024
Find our collection of research, resources and information on peat including reducing peat use, managing growing media formulations and tips for going peat free.
6 February 2023
This factsheet provides information on optimising mushroom casing using peat and its alternatives. It describes steps that may be taken by growers during preparation and watering of casing to improve mushroom yields and quality, and minimise problems such as bacterial blotch.
27 February 2020
Practical tips to help move to peat-free or peat-reduced growing media
29 June 2022
The Growing Media Review magazine provides the latest industry progress and research in the work towards helping the horticulture industry reduce its reliance on peat. This edition explores a new model to predict the performance of different growing media blends and takes a look at commercial success stories across the supply chain.