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Evaluation of Distilled Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana L.) as an Alternative Substrate Component in the Production of Greenhouse-Grown Annuals 

Vandiver, Taylor A. (2013-04-29)
Peat moss and perlite are the core components found in soilless greenhouse substrates today and are thus in high demand commercially. Due to both environmental and economic concerns associated with peat harvest and production, ...

Evaluation of Sustainable Alternative Substrate Components for Container Plant Production 

Murphy, Anna-Marie (2011-04-06)
Pine bark, peat, and perlite have served as the standard substrate components of container-grown plants for over 50 years. Due to a number of factors, including increased transportation costs, a shift to in-field harvesting ...

From Field to Plate: Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Production, Marketing, and the Impact of Consumer Demand 

Rogers, Sara (2012-07-20)
Extensive research has been conducted on the various aspects of the fresh produce supply chain including producers, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. However, there is currently a lack of research regarding consumer ...

Horticultural Uses for Flue Gas Desulfurization Gypsum 

Brown, Brian (2018-05-08)
Gypsum (calcium sulfate dihydrate (CaSO4 · 2H2O)) is a naturally occurring colorless and odorless solid mineral, with a very fine particle size. Gypsum is usually mined from natural deposits in the earth, but can also be ...

Identifying a Standard Interpretive Symbol for Rain Gardens to Increase Perceived Value by the Public 

Lukowski, Keith A. (2019-11-25)
Members of the American Planning Association (n=132) were surveyed for recommendations on what a standard minimum symbol should contain to adequately represent a rain garden storm water feature. Critiques, comments, and ...

On-site Evaluation of Irrigation Management Practices in Container Nurseries in Alabama and the Effect of Leaching Fraction-based Irrigation on Fertilizer Longevity. 

Krofft, Claire E. (2020-03-31)
Container production of ornamental plants is an important part of the green industry in Alabama. Container nursery growers rely on near daily irrigation and applications of fertilizers to produce marketable plants. Cultural ...

Response of Hydroponic Bibb Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) to Chloride Additives in Integrated Aquaculture Systems 

Beauchamp, William (2011-04-07)
Agricultural managers are continually looking for ways to increase production while at the same time reduce costly inputs. One such way is an integration of two or more crops or production systems. Sustainability is a ...