A sustainable alternative to hydrogen peroxide production The agricultural industry is under immense pressure to find sustainable and efficient solutions in the face of escalating global warming. Traditional farming practices often contribute to environmental degradation, including greenhouse gas emissions, water pollution, and soil erosion. As a result, there is a growing demand for innovative technologies…

Lighting Approaches to Speed up the Generation Turnover Reading Time: 4 minutes The development of new plant varieties with advanced performance or an improved environmental adaptation is important to secure our food. To obtain new genetic recombinants or to introduce one or multiple target genes, plants need to be pollinated in a controlled way and…

“We dissolve CO2 in water and apply it directly to the leaves” As greenhouse growers seek to optimize their operations, CO2 application remains a crucial yet challenging factor in increasing yields. Cstainable Inc. has developed an innovative approach to CO2 enrichment, enabling greenhouses worldwide to maximize plant growth, regardless of their ventilation systems. “Cstainable is…

5 Things to check when comparing lighting designs for LED grow lights As a grower, you invest in supplemental LED grow lights because they power the yield and quality of your crops. In fact, the rule of thumb is that 1% light output equals 1% crop yield. So, it is vital that your LED lighting…

US: New growlight introduced for indoor and CEA growers California LightWorks has announced the launch of its latest product, the MegaDrive UnderCanopy light system. Designed for both indoor and greenhouse controlled environment agriculture (CEA), these fixtures provide high-intensity illumination for plants growing in shaded or lower canopies, ensuring optimal light penetration and support for healthy…

The ABC of PAR, PPF and PPFD There is a myriad of factors for growers to take onboard when building a greenhouse or grow area. Firstly, there’s plant lifecycles and grow light positioning. Then, there’s heat and light spectrum, not to mention space and market. Little wonder taking on such a challenge can feel rather…