Adjusting Growing Practices for Success When Transitioning to Peat-Wood Fiber Mixes
March 19th 1 P.M. (EDT)
Join two of Berger’s horticultural experts as they share best practices for transitioning to peat-wood fiber blends. This webinar will offer valuable insights on initial hydration, irrigation strategies, and managing dry-down cycles, along with practical solutions to optimize your growing practices for healthy plant development.
Featured Speaker
François-Simon Robert
R&D Project Manager
François-Simon Robert, a Laval University agronomy graduate and 2024 “40 Under Forty” honoree, is an R&D project manager at Berger, specializing in wood fiber optimization, soft fruit substrates, and precision agriculture, with expertise in soil sciences and horticultural production.
Kevin Cooper
Grower Advisor
Kevin Cooper brings over 30 years of industry experience across roles like head grower, greenhouse owner, and technical grower advisor. With a B.S. in Horticulture from Mississippi State University, Kevin’s extensive knowledge of growing media and horticultural crops gives him a unique set of skills to help today’s greenhouse managers