Re: Paper mulch?

i worked in the newpaper industry for a number of years and as far as i
know all inks are now soy based.  i use them regularly as mulch on paths
and under squash.  I do no use mags or any coated (shiney) paper-they are
coated with a varnish like substance. Shredded paper does not remove harmful

chemicals but it does compost faster.

Caron in Colorado



MYG1728@aol.com wrote:

> What is in the ink that is so bad? I thought all modern inks were now
> organic?
> Are we only talking newspaper or all paper products? Is it only the ink
> or other chemicals used in the papermaking process? Are unbleached paper
> products better then bleached? We cannot quite understand how shredding
> would help remove harmful chemicals? As you can tell we are definitely
> interested in hearing more about paper as a mulch. Has any studies been
> done on the subject?
>
> w martin
> myg1728@aol.com
> http://www.oakmediacreations.com/myg/index.html
> Zone 5, Southwestern Lower Michigan
> Martin's Yard & Garden
>
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