Water, Nutrient, And Fertilizer Holding Tanks: In the commercial horticulture industry, there are essential items needed to be successful regardless of the grow operation type. From ventilation, temperature monitoring and control, irrigation, lighting, and nutrient management, the operation must control and maintain these to the highest of abilities.
Regenerative AG and Regenerative Farming: indoor, greenhouse, CEA, and in-field farming operations. Regenerative Agriculture: Restoring the Land While Producing Yields...
Every grower knows that the key to healthy plants is in the soil through the nutrients. A plant requires sixteen different minerals and nutrients that can be obtained primarily through the soil - with a few coming from the air collected during natural plant processes.
Traditional VS Hydro: Growing Media in the Commercial Horticulture Industry- Regardless of the type of commercial grow operation, a greenhouse or indoor farm must use some form of media to grow in. Any application, whether it is traditional or hydroponic, requires plants to grow in something. Although not every shoe fits for each operation, growers should be aware of which growing media is best suited to the operation in terms of plant needs and goals. Choosing the best option is essential for a productive growing season.
Netafim and Argus Drip Irrigation and Crop Production Management Systems-
Netafim Drip Irrigation and Automated Crop Production Systems. Netafim is regarded as one of the world’s leading companies in irrigation for agriculture, horticulture, landscape and turf, greenhouse and nursery, wastewater, mining, and recycling applications. With the goal to achieve mass adoption of “intelligent” irrigation solutions to help in the fight of the global food, water, and land crisis, Netafim is helping to revolutionize the irrigation industry on a global scale.
Automating Your Grow Operations- Taking Advantage of Technology Advancements to Further Your Operation- With increased demand for products and limited space to grow them, the horticulture industry is becoming more technologically advanced through the implementation of automatic farming systems in their grow operations. By using automation in a commercial greenhouse, indoor farm, or in-field operation the commercial grower is able to produce more in less time, with less overhead, with more accuracy, and more profits.
Seed starting: getting off on the right root- Seed starting is an exciting time for a grower as it signals the potential for a good growing season with great yields. After selecting the seeds to grow, it is important to start the plants in appropriate conditions. In a commercial greenhouse, a grower needs to be attentive to the needs of their grow areas. By starting seeds correctly, the grower opens the door for great opportunities.
So You Want to Grow Industrial Hydroponic Hemp? Hydroponics is a method of growing plants in a water-based, nutrient-rich solution. With the push for more economical, environmentally friendly, and sustainable practices of growing crops, hydroponics has become a method of plant cultivation popular among growers from a range of different backgrounds including both domestic and commercial...
Plant Nutrients- When asked what a person needs to be healthy, many can easily describe the best diet and routine for said person. However, when we look at plants, sometimes this can be confusing. Most know that the main requirements to keeping a plant growing and thriving is water, sunlight, and a good place to grow.