Evaluation of Biochar and Compost Mixes as Substitutes to a Commercial Propagation Mix
The effects of biochar (BC) on seed propagation depend on the type of BC, BC incorporation rate, base substrate, and plant seed species. Limited research tested BC-compost mixes for seed propagation. High percentages (70% or 80%, by volume) of BC with vermicompost (VC) or chicken manure compost (CM)...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-10-01
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Series: | Applied Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/9/20/4394 |