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Initial Hydration Best Practices for Compressed Growing Media in Greenhouse Production
In this video, you’ll learn why properly hydrating compressed growing media is essential for successful greenhouse production. Grower Advisor Stacey Rocklin explains how dry clumps from compressed media can hinder water uptake, root development, and pot-filling efficiency. You’ll explore different types of bale processors and how to achieve full hydration using conveyors, coarse nozzles, or wetting agents.
For more information on proper filling and hydration of growing media check out our next video
How to Check Growing Media Moisture with the Squeeze Test