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- W2556106013 abstract "For certified organic growers, a potting mix must meet both the organic standards and the needs of the seedlings in terms of nutrients, water retention and porosity. At the same time, it should be affordable and environmentally sustainable. Most commercial potting mixes are unsuitable for organic growers because they contain prohibited ingredients, such as synthetic fertilizers and wetting agents. Seeing the need for organically acceptable potting mixes, Organic Science Cluster (OSC) researchers are evaluating potential ingredients for organic potting mixes. Peat moss A common ingredient in potting mixes is peat moss. Peat moss holds water and air better than most other materials, is lightweight and doesn’t decompose quickly. However, it doesn’t contain nutrients. It is acidic and so a buffer, such as lime, must be added to balance the pH. Peat also tends to repel water. Consequently, wetting agents, which are prohibited by organic standards, are often added to peat moss. Organic farmers must use untreated peat moss and soak it in warm water several hours before using it. Beyond these logistical difficulties, there are environmental consequences of using peat. Peat moss is harvested or mined from wetlands, which are sensitive and often threatened ecosystems. Peat accumulates at a meagre rate of about a millimetre per year—so it is not renewable within the short term. Canadian sphagnum peat moss is often considered more sustainable than American peat made from sedges. Sedges are found in endangered ecosystems, unlike the more common Canadian sphagnum bogs. All peat acts as a sink for carbon dioxide; therefore, harvesting peat may contribute to global warming." @default.
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