Greenhouse Management Articles
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Using Biotechnology In Food Production
How Are Bioreactors Used In The Food and Beverage Industry?Bioreactors offer a wide array of benefits in food and beverage production. With the ability to control environmental factors such as temperature, pH, oxygen concentration, and nutrient supply, these versatile devices are ideal for the production of various food and beverage products. They have the potential to enhance the nutritional ...
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Higher efficiency with Rovero tunnels - Case Study
Water cultivation in foil greenhouse extends season by two months, production more than 50% higher Tuinderij Luijkx and Luijkx Groenteteelt from Breda (NL) are taking a step forward in sustainable entrepreneurship and growth. In the spring of 2022, the outdoor businesses of Joost Luijkx and his parents will put a 3,000 m2 Rovero arched greenhouse into operation. "It is actually eight ...
By Rovero
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Greenhouse Tomatoes - Organic farms use smart data for optimum yield - Case Study
A greenhouse organic tomato and cucumber grower saved his crop during extreme drought with Sensoterra sensors, and improved yield with soil moisture data. With extreme droughts occuring more frequently, Danny Monté, Forecast and Quality Administration and Quality Control Manager at AC Hartman BV, relies on Sensoterra soil moisture sensors to support irrigation decisions for greenhouse ...
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What a joy to be able to grow in this - Case Study
Arc greenhouses are prized figureheads of Land in Sight Horticulture. The new, organic horticulture branch of care company Land in Zicht is an enrichment for Amersfoort. The company's clients in need of care have a fun, meaningful day out. And local residents enjoy picking sustainably grown vegetables and flowers for a small fee. "It's a resounding success, thanks in part to those fine ...
By Rovero
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Simulating Agricultural Climate Change Scenarios using Controlled Growth Chambers
Extreme weather, believed to result from climate change and increased atmospheric CO2 levels, is a concern for many. And beyond extreme events, global warming is also expected to impact agriculture.1,2 Although it is expected that climate change will significantly affect agriculture and cause decreases in crop yields, the full effects of climate change on agriculture and human food supplies are ...
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The Roll-Air greenhouse offers the protected outdoor climate we were looking for.
Plant Select (B) boosts growth ambitions with new 2 ha film greenhouse Plant Select from Rijkevorsel, Belgium, supplies in-vitro planting material and licensing programmes worldwide and is a major European ornamental plant cultivation company. Based on innovation, specialisation and sustainable cultivation, it has a leading international position in various crops, of which Fargesia, ...
By Rovero
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High-Tech Greenhouses could be the Future of Agriculture
In a small town in Eastern Kentucky, the future of agriculture is growing. A 2.76 million-square-foot facility is being created on 60 acres of land which will utilize environmentally-friendly techniques to help feed a nation with an aging farmer population, declining farmland and a changing climate. The region which was previously known for its booming coal-mining industry that brought power to ...
By Brite Solar
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Talk about the Benefits of the Nursery Seedlings
Today I want to talk to you about the benefits of the plug seedlings of the nursery seeding planter. Everyone knows that the plug planter is relatively common in our lives. Using it can bring us many benefits. Below, the editor will briefly explain to you what are the advantages of the tray planter? 1. The main substrates for plug seedlings are peat soil, vermiculite, perlite, and other light ...
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Garden Centers: what they are and how to build them
Garden centers are large buildings where plants, flowers and any other gardening accessories and tools are sold. But how are they built? What are the most suitable materials for roofing and covering? Which parameters should be evaluated before making a choice? In this article we will answer all these questions and find out what is currently the best solution. ...
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Our Goal is to achieve Dutch yield numbers in Chinese greenhouses
In recent years, more and more high-tech greenhouses have been realized in China, and the use of high-end techniques has become more common in the Chinese market. Whether it is for planting, for the greenhouse or for the management, more growers opt for automation and quite often turn to Dutch solutions. Since 2002, Beijing Ruixue Global Co., LTD. has helped bring these technologies to China. ...
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Greenhouse
GREENHOUSES In the agriculture industry, commercial greenhouse dehumidifier is a very important part, which is globally utilized for the production of high value vegetables and fruits. WHY DEHUMIDIFIERS ARE NEEDED IN GREENHOUSES Normally, in day time, the inner climate of greenhouse is incredibly warm. Excessive heat and too much moisture will shrivel fruit and can easily devastate your ...
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New Zealand Gourmet achieved a 100% reduction in bird activity in their greenhouse with the installation of the Agrilaser Autonomic - Case Study
Location: Gourmet Mokai Ltd, Taupo, New Zealand Application context: Greenhouse (Food production > Arable Farms) Problem definition: Fruit and crop damage caused by sparrows Pest bird species: Sparrows (Passeridae) Time of year bird presence: All year round Time of day bird presence: From sunrise to sunset No. of birds before installation: 50 to 70 birds in the area of 5 ha No. of ...
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Methyl bromide as a fumigant for International transports
Methyl bromide is a is an odourless, colourlessgas most often used as a fumigant. About 70% of methylbromide produced in the United States goes into pesticidal formulations. It has been used to fumigate agricultural commodities, grain elevators, mills, ships, clothes, furniture greenhouses and delicate works of art. Non-pesticidal uses include degreasing wool and extracting oils from nuts, seeds ...
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Greenhouse
Greenhouse GREENHOUSES In the agriculture industry, Greenhouse is a very important part, which is globally utilized for the production of high value vegetables and fruits. WHY DEHUMIDIFIERS ARE NEEDED IN GREENHOUSES Normally, in day time, the inner climate of greenhouse is incredibly warm. Excessive heat and too much moisture will shrivel fruit and can easily devastate your vegetation. In ...
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Greenhouse
GREENHOUSES In the agriculture industry, Greenhouse is a very important part, which is globally utilized for the production of high value vegetables and fruits. WHY DEHUMIDIFIERS ARE NEEDED IN GREENHOUSES Normally, in day time, the inner climate of greenhouse is incredibly warm. Excessive heat and too much moisture will shrivel fruit and can easily devastate your vegetation. In night, when the ...
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Zero discharge - Make you Greenhouse Operation Compliant
We can show you how to recycle 100% of the drainage from your grow operation. Think of the benefits: reduced regulatory exposure, no more storage or hauling costs, reduced freshwaer usage, and most of all- lower operating costs. This new design is for California customers ...
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Rovero supplies year-round and worldwide
Open just the ridge, open everything, open the side walls - it's all possible with Rovero's plastic greenhouses. Rovero makes plastic greenhouses that are bought and built all over the world, from 9.60 metres span to as much as 16.80 metres. You have to be flexible'. The plastic greenhouses developed, supplied and built by Rovero of Raamsdonksveer can be found all over the world. The company is ...
By Rovero
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Repair tape for ETFE film high-tech greenhouses (horticulture)
The currently available films and structures, such as the Venlo wide span greenhouse, make high-performance, long-lasting film greenhouses a possibility. Covering a high-quality horticulture greenhouse with film cladding can also bring benefits when it comes to energy. EFTE’s high levels of transparency across the whole PAR range allow you to create conditions that are particularly ...
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Increase greenhouse efficiency with boom lighting
As a leader in greenhouse automation equipment, we are always looking to bring our growers new ideas on how to best utilize our equipment within their greenhouse. With the release of our highly coveted Universal Attachment, we are able to bring you new ideas on how to do more with less. The Universal Attachment is highly effective for attaching fans, insect mats, fans and lights. Boom lighting ...
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Case study - Cedar Greenhouse
Wales System kWp: 1.08 Area: 24.96 Inverter: SMA Soladin 600 Modules Used: PS-C-901 Transparent The custom built cedar greenhouse had been designed to accept 12 of Polysolar's 90 W transparent modules. Polysolar supplied the panels and all electrical balance of system. Objective: Supply only 12 90w transparent modules and electrical system for a bespoke built cedar lean-too greenhouse. ...
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