Growing Media Report

Seeking substrate
Growers are struggling with the availability of their chosen growing media, and it’s changing behaviors in the industry.
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Premier Tech's commitment to growing media advancements drives innovation
Premier Tech is the sponsor of this year’s State of Growing Media Report.
It’s showtime!
Hear from Editor Patrick Alan Coleman on the July 2024 issue of Greenhouse Management, which features the State of Growing Media Report, the New Annual Varieties guide and the Greenhouse Insider special section.
Know your components
Understanding the parts that make up your growing media recipe will help you grow a better crop.
It’s security, stupid
Recently learned lessons to ensure substrate security into the future.
A closer look at growing media use and requirements
From the mix-your-own debate and component choices to just-in-time delivery needs and availability issues, see what your peers revealed about needs and practices regarding growing media.
Grower Briefs
Two ornamental greenhouse operations talk through their use of growing media and what's working for them.
Capturing a Substrate’s Potential
One of horticulture’s top growing media research departments evaluates various propagation materials for water capture and retention properties.
How growers around North America are using growing media
Based on their operation size, their key crops and other factors, growers cite different growing media needs.
Growing Media Report
In our 9th annual Growing Media Report, you'll find the latest trends in products, purchasing and additives, plus the pros and cons of recycling materials.