Umweltzeichen Blauer Engel für organische Kultursubstrate und Blumenerden – Hintergrundbericht zur Erarbeitung der Vergabekriterien DE-UZ 234

Summary

Germany's Federal Environment Agency is developing new "Blue Angel" ecolabel criteria for organic growing media and potting soils to address the environmental impact of traditional substrates, especially peat use. The initiative focuses on excluding peat and promoting biogenic residues as substitutes, along with establishing robust quality and pollutant limits. This effort is currently in progress, with the criteria being finalized to promote more sustainable options for both professional and hobby gardeners.

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