Dr. Brian Jackson provides an overview of different categories of substrates including those that are suitable for organic production, young plant production, long-term crop production, among others. Brian will also briefly discuss substrate sustainability, regional and local products, and what the substrate manufacturers are doing to ensure substrate supplies and quality remains high. A few pointers on how to maybe select substrate suppliers that best offer the products and services for your business are also discussed.
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