Any expert will tell you that a growing environment is more than just the temperature of the air. It is a powerful combination of several factors that influence plant growth in a greenhouse. The main four are typically heat, humidity, light levels, and ventilation. But it can also be more than that. The majority of […]
In greenhouse farming, bacterial soft rot is a prevalent illness. Fortunately, growers can utilize various temperature management strategies to minimize bacterial soft rot outbreaks. Bacterial soft rot is a widespread illness in the food industry. Indeed, it is claimed to inflict the highest crop loss of any bacterial disease on a global scale. It has […]
Bud rot, also known as gray mold, is a prevalent disease in cannabis cultivation. It is activated when there is too much moisture in the air and has the potential to destroy entire crop cycles. Growers cannot use traditional fungicides because cannabis plants are strictly regulated. The only entirely organic, GMP-approved technique of preventing bud […]
Controlling humidity at night is crucial in greenhouses and grow rooms. Most plants transpire water at night and day, resulting in high relative humidity. This increases the risk of disease outbreaks and mold formation in nearly any crop, including vegetables, flowers, and cannabis. This issue can occur in any regulated growth setting, from greenhouses to […]
Achieving and maintaining climate homogeneity in your greenhouse or grow room allows you to control your environment better and make the most of your climate control equipment. Growers frequently find themselves overworking heaters or dehumidifiers in variable climates, although enjoying acceptable conditions. This is due to humidity issues or infections appearing in particular areas despite […]
The energy savings are significant when a thermostat with a 4 – 6°F difference between on and off is replaced with an electronic controller with a 2°F difference. The heater turns off quicker, resulting in less heat loss from the greenhouse surface and energy savings. For example, in a 30′ x 100′ double-covered greenhouse heated […]
As the summer months give way to winter, we’re reminded that even hot weather has an expiration date. It’s that time of year when your barn’s ventilation system, wide open during the heat, needs a tune-up. As the cold weather rolls in, make sure your natural ventilation system is primed and ready to step up. […]
Using a greenhouse environment control system or automation can greatly accelerate crop production. With this type of environmental control, the greenhouse maintains constant conditions that are most conducive to maximum yield.Greenhouses are outdoor structures used to house and grow plants. Greenhouses with poly or glass walls allow sunlight to enter, keeping heat from escaping. This […]
Caring for a greenhouse during winter can be a unique experience for every gardener. For many people, a greenhouse acts as a protective haven during the winter. They use it to shield plants from the harsh frost that the season brings. One popular way to use the greenhouse is by setting up a “cold frame.” […]
Are you thinking about how to improve greenhouse ventilation? There’s one major decision you should be considering: how to ventilate it. According to AJ Both, Ph.D., a specialist from Rutgers, using natural ventilation is a wiser choice in keeping your greenhouse cool. Let’s start with the big win: saving energy. AJ Both, Ph.D., an expert from […]
