The matrix (medium) production must take the road of sustainable development!

Sustainable development is essential for the production of matrix materials in horticulture!
As environmental awareness continues to grow, the issue of post-processing for rock wool has become increasingly significant. Peat, which is commonly used as a growing medium, is a non-renewable resource in the short term, and its overuse has been restricted. Additionally, the uneven distribution of peat resources has led to higher transportation costs, especially when moving from the main producing areas in the northeast to southern regions where demand is high. This has driven attention toward utilizing various organic wastes as alternatives. These organic waste-based media must meet certain criteria: first, the total nutrients after fermentation should generally be below 4% (N + P₂O₅ + K₂O on a dry basis). If the nutrient content exceeds 4%, it falls into the category of organic fertilizer. Second, the material should remain stable for more than one year after fermentation. Third, the EC value (electrical conductivity) should be below 4, and the water absorption rate should be above 2. In addition, the raw materials need to be affordable and widely available. Examples include cottonseed husks, pig manure, cow dung, rice husks, slag ash, sawdust, and waste from mushroom farms—these can all be turned into organic ecological cultivation substrates.
Although the concept of organic ecological cultivation matrices has only emerged in recent decades, it has gained momentum alongside rising environmental consciousness. It involves fermenting organic waste, often with the addition of functional bacteria such as "Jinbao" fermentation aids. A small amount of peat, vermiculite, perlite, or other mineral components may also be added to create a non-toxic, renewable medium suitable for modern horticultural practices. The key challenge in developing this type of medium lies in creating a product that has stable physical and chemical properties, uses easily accessible and low-cost raw materials, is environmentally friendly, and can be produced at scale for commercial use.
Using organic waste to produce soilless ecological mediums not only addresses waste management issues but also provides an alternative for soilless cultivation, enhancing the overall utilization of natural resources while delivering ecological and social benefits. Economic advantages are also considered. For example, many flower producers in China have started using Jinbao fermentation auxiliaries to turn wood chips, bark, and other organic residues into ecological substrates, achieving excellent economic results. This approach is now being widely promoted. For more details, you can visit the official website or contact us directly.

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