Cocopeat

“Coco grow mat is a great substitute for peat moss from a renewable point of view. Both cocopeat and peat moss can also be successfully used in vertical farming. In comparison to peat moss, I believe Cocopeat is more convenient for the grower – it gives the produce a better flavor and it’s more economical to grow crops,”

“Cocopeat is in great demand due to rapid conversion of high-tech farming, which is increasing the cost of the raw product. It really depends on how the farmer is looking to manage his or her farm,’ “Most coco substrates are imported from India and Sri Lanka which may be highly-priced, in comparison to the peat moss locally sourced. Farmers use a range of different substrates, which can make it confusing for t he grower. Usually, they pick the substrate through a local supplier. Having limited knowledge and experience, they are immediately directed to a low-quality and cheap substrate. Growers need to look at consistency, quality, and cost.”

Substrate quality really depends on a proper manufacturing method. Plus, when choosing a substrate many factors need to be taken into account: The growing area, the recommended plant density, the water requirements of the crop, and seed types that are chosen. “When looking at grow mats, it really varies on which mat you choose. Not all seeds perform well on mats, so it all comes down to selecting the correct mat and substrate. Some crops might perform better on peat moss and some on cocopeat. Ecomix has also blended both together in order for crops to create a hybrid setup,” Martin Affirms.