| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6377666 | Industrial Crops and Products | 2011 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
ⶠSoilless substrates are primarily used in the production of containerized greenhouse and nursery crops. ⶠSphagnum peat moss is a primary constituent of these substrates and its harvest from endangered ecosystems has become a worldwide concern. ⶠEthanol-extracted, coarse-ground corn tassels were used as a peat replacement for potting substrates. ⶠThis research indicates that extracted ground tassels may be utilized as a suitable replacement for peat in greenhouse substrates for tomatoes.
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Authors
Steven F. Vaughn, Nathan A. Deppe, Debra E. Palmquist, Mark A. Berhow,