In many greenhouse operations, the heating system is the heart of the operation. Production quality for many horticulture crops drops quickly if minimum temperatures are not maintained. In some cases,…
In greenhouse horticulture, time is money, and efficiency is key. Every decision made within a greenhouse operation impacts productivity and profitability. It is known that selecting the appropriate curtain type,…
Crop type, scale, greenhouse design, budget, and other project variables all need to be taken into consideration for a well designed heating system in a greenhouse. Below are four key…
Some growers in Canada and the US are switching from ReduSol to other coatings. They aim to benefit from light while reflecting excessive heat. “It is a clear trend, we…
The summer solstice, June 21st, is the day with the longest lighting hours for growers in the northern hemisphere. Many happy growers and happy plants bask in the long hours…
Are you “throwing” money away with your HAF fan purchase? Two of the biggest benefits of proper airflow include temperature uniformity, and decreased disease risk in plants. By having proper…
Even the British royal family is among his customers. Mike Spapé specializes in cleaning and coating non-standard greenhouses. There are many greenhouses in the United Kingdom and Ireland that are…
During the spring and summer months, excessive temperatures and light intensity can create challenges regulating the greenhouse environment. High temperatures and excessive sunlight can cause plants to experience stress, which…
“Our greenhouse facility is about ten times the size as our previous indoor grow and costs roughly the same to operate.” From full environmental control to supplemental lighting, automated drip…
Data-driven lighting for autonomous growing Better quality products. A larger harvest. Improved planning to predict crop yields. Better control of costs, including energy and labor. Today, a new age is…
