Understanding the Shift in the Microbiome of Composts That Are Optimized for a Better Fit-for-Purpose in Growing Media

Understanding the Shift in the Microbiome of Composts That Are Optimized for a Better Fit-for-Purpose in Growing Media

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 composts with chopped heath biomass, sieving out the larger fractio...

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Main Authors: Steffi Pot, Caroline De Tender, Sarah Ommeslag, Ilse Delcour, Johan Ceusters, Ellen Gorrens, Jane Debode, Bart Vandecasteele, Karen Vancampenhout
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-04-01
Series:Frontiers in Microbiology
Subjects:
compost
microorganisms
maturation
optimization
sustainable growing media
metabarcoding
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2021.643679/full

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