New INITIATIVES: Sun Gro's research program focuses on growing media solutions

摘要

In June 2012, the technical team of Sun Gro Horticulture combined resources with the research program of Conrad Fafard to form a unique opportunity in our industry. The combined program utilizes the talents and experiences of individuals with strong technical, research and practical production knowledge. The research program is being coordinated at the Sun Gro Discovery Center in Anderson, S.C. A major research initiative is to identify alternative components for soilless substrates that are locallyavailable and are sustainable in the future. With facilities across North America, the term "local" covers many possibilities. We're trying to identify the physical and chemical attributes of these components to better screen them in regards to performance and overall cost. Past research has focused on rice hulls and chipped pine tree as media components. A better understanding of these components will allow us to review other possible wood substrates and green composts for future consideration.