A biomaterial derived from porcine intestinal submucosa has been used in the development of a new biologic wound matrix. This review describes the origin of the wound matrix device, including the discovery of the biomaterial and its properties, to the development of the commercial product currently in clinical use. The composition and structure of this biomaterial are described and considered a...

As more horticultural producers in the United States transition to organic production practices, they are challenged in finding consistent and economically viable sources of suitable potting media. Commercial, peat-based media approved for certified organic production are available and custom peat-based mixes that use certified organic fertilizers could also be used. Both of these options, howe...