Utilization of paper waste as growing media for potted ornamental plants
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DOI: 10.1007/s10098-018-1647-7
Abstract: The paper industry generates significant quantities of waste. The recycling of paper waste (PW) for peat replacement in growing media for ornamental plants cultivation was studied. Five ratios of PW–peat (0%, 10%, 30%, 50% or… read more here.
Keywords: plant; paper waste; paper; growing media ... See more keywords
The adsorbent capacity of growing media does not constrain myo-inositol hexakiphosphate hydrolysis but its use as a phosphorus source by plants
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DOI: 10.1007/s11104-020-04764-1
Abstract: Aims The hydrolysis of organic P in soils is a relevant aspect contributing to the supply P to plants, which is affected by adsorbent capacity and biological properties of soils. This work aimed at studying… read more here.
Keywords: myo inositol; adsorbent capacity; source; hydrolysis ... See more keywords
Thermal insulation characteristics of green wall systems using different growing media
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2021.110872
Abstract: Abstract This study was carried out in order to reveal the usability of municipal and agricultural origin organic wastes as a growing media in green wall applications and to examine the effects of this use… read more here.
Keywords: wall applications; green wall; thermal insulation; growing media ... See more keywords
Cotton and cardoon byproducts as potential growing media components for Cichorium spinosum L. commercial cultivation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.118254
Abstract: Abstract The intensification of horticultural crops cultivation makes urgent the seeking for alternative growth substrates that could substitute non-renewable and/or synthetic growing media, such as peat and rock wool. The aim of the present study… read more here.
Keywords: cichorium spinosum; growing media; cultivation; growth substrate ... See more keywords
Linking biochar properties to biomass of basil, lettuce and pansy cultivated in growing media
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.109001
Abstract: Abstract The use of biochar as an additive for growing media for the production of potted plants requires a sound knowledge of how its properties impact plant biomass production. This study aims at linking physical… read more here.
Keywords: biomass; biochar; biomass basil; pansy ... See more keywords
Use of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens (L.), Diptera: Stratiomyidae) larvae processing residue in peat-based growing media.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2019.06.017
Abstract: The Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens (L.), Diptera: Stratiomyidae) is an insect whose larvae thrive on agro-industrial by-products. This study reports the first use of black soldier fly larvae processing residue (BSPR) as an innovative… read more here.
Keywords: growing media; soldier fly; black soldier; hermetia illucens ... See more keywords
The influence of feedstocks and additives in 23 added-value composts as a growing media component on Pythium irregulare suppressivity.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2020.11.053
Abstract: Alternative materials with added-value functions, such as phytopathogen suppression and biostimulant and/or biofertilising activity, have been proposed as peat substitutes in growing media. The aim of this work was to evaluate the effect of 23… read more here.
Keywords: fresh weight; waste; added value; pythium irregulare ... See more keywords
Evaluation of Different Soil Textures in Combination with Growing Media on Growth, Yield, and Water Productivity of Blackgram
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DOI: 10.1080/00103624.2020.1845353
Abstract: ABSTRACT The production and productivity of blackgram (Vigna mungo) are very poor and one of the important reasons is that it is cultivated on marginal lands having low soil fertility and under rainfed conditions without… read more here.
Keywords: water; productivity blackgram; soil; growth ... See more keywords
Supplement of biochar and vermicompost amendments in coir and peat growing media improves N management and yields of leafy vegetables
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DOI: 10.1139/cjss-2020-0059
Abstract: A greenhouse trial assessed the effects of biochar and vermicompost as partial substitutes of conventional growing media on leafy vegetables’ yields and changes of NH4+-N and NO3--N in growing medi... read more here.
Keywords: amendments coir; vermicompost amendments; biochar vermicompost; growing media ... See more keywords
Understanding the Shift in the Microbiome of Composts That Are Optimized for a Better Fit-for-Purpose in Growing Media
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DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2021.643679
Abstract: Three characteristics are considered key for optimal use of composts in growing media: maturity, pH and organic matter content. Maturation is a critical step in the processing of composts contributing to compost quality. Blending of… read more here.
Keywords: use; microbiome composts; better fit; maturation ... See more keywords
Plant Nutrient Availability and pH of Biochars and Their Fractions, with the Possible Use as a Component in a Growing Media
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DOI: 10.3390/agronomy10010010
Abstract: Biochar has the potential to be used as a growing media component, and therefore plays a role in reducing peat usage. It has unique properties apart from the ability to sequester carbon. Here we investigated… read more here.
Keywords: component; biochar; nutrient availability; biochars fractions ... See more keywords