Yeah, the dude who runs ILGM comes on a podcast I listen to and I always think "oh great... this moron who clearly doesnt know what he's talking about."
As far as research showing you should remove the mesh, other random people's experiences aren't as valid as your own.
@I love weed if youripped the roots when you removed it, that's really the most relevant data point to your situation. FWIW, I just started some seeds in these AC Infinity degradable nursery bags that you supposedly put straight into the larger pot at transplant.
View attachment 1608245 Sounds like your almost saying those peoples experiences aren't valid, didnt you see the photos? Its not just that article there are many. I just posted that one as an example. Those nursery bags look huge