Peat-based organic growbags as a solution to the mineral wool waste problem
The vast amount of solid waste produced each year is one of the greatest problems associated with greenhouse horticulture in some European countries. In particular, the disposal of used growing media arising from the soil-less cultivation of vegetables in mineral wool creates serious difficulties. T...
Main Authors: | O. Grunert, M. Perneel, S. Vandaele |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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International Mire Conservation Group and International Peatland Society
2008-09-01
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Series: | Mires and Peat |
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Online Access: | http://www.mires-and-peat.net/map03/map_03_06.pdf |
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