Conditions and Consent

This survey is performed within the framework of the project "Innovating Sustainable Growing Media" in collaboration with the upcoming ISHS Growing Media 2025 symposium in Freising, Germany. It considers the first step of a two-step approach conducted in two rounds. The data is kept for 12 months. You can withdraw your consent in this survey at any time by contacting us (beatrix.alsanius@slu.se). You have the option to cancel your participation in the survey, in which case no data will be saved.

Terms of participation in detail:
Your participation in this survey is completely voluntary. You may choose to skip any questions you do not wish to answer. You may also withdraw from the survey at any time, with no negative consequences.

All responses are kept anonymous and confidentially. Data is stored securely and will only be accessible by authorized personnel involved in the survey analysis. Personal identifiers (e.g., name, email address) will not be collected unless explicitly stated. Your individual responses will not be shared with any third parties.

The data collected through this survey will be used solely for the purposes of this research. Aggregated, anonymized data may be shared in reports, publications, or presentations. No personally identifiable information will be included in any shared data.

There are no known significant risks associated with participating in this survey. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you may skip them, or exit the survey at any time.

There are no direct benefits for you as a participant. However, your participation will contribute valuable insights to identify challenges to transition to peat-free and circular use of growing media.

If you have any questions or concerns about this survey or your participation, please feel free to contact Beatrix Alsanius (beatrix.alsanius@slu.se).

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