It doesn’t matter if it’s a retrofitted greenhouse or brand new freestanding high tunnel, the type of structure you use for your vegetable growing makes all the difference in the quality of the crop you grow.
The National Greenhouse Manufacturers Association announced new leadership at its spring meeting, as well as a networking reception to take place at Cultivate’16.
The university’s new Horticulture Center has all the bells and whistles you would expect in a state-of-the-art greenhouse, plus the latest in LED lighting technology.
The hydroponic vegetable producer recently opened its third and fourth rooftop greenhouses, expanding to Chicago and Queens, NY. CEO Viraj Puri told us about some of the challenges and rewards of building greenhouses on rooftops.
Like most equipment, greenhouse components and machinery must be serviced regularly to keep them in good working order.
Coverings suppliers are developing new materials designed to enhance light transmission, which can help improve energy efficiency.
Manufacturers are focused more than ever on flexibility, temperature management, and economic savings.
The April and May workshops will cover the latest trends in new and innovative growing techniques, such as hydroponics, aquaponics, and microgreen production.
Register now for the National Greenhouse Manufacturers Association’s Spring Meeting, which takes place April 10-12 in Tucson, AZ.
Automating your greenhouse operation can mean a number of different investments, but the end goal is always to improve efficiency and make everyone’s job easier.
Now is the time to start making plans to attend the National Greenhouse Manufacturers’ Association’s Spring Meeting, which will take place April 10-12 in Tucson, AZ.
Storm damage not only has the potential to reduce your greenhouse to ruins, but will result in a devastating loss of crops. Beyond the structural integrity of your greenhouse itself, there are measures that can be taken to storm-proof your greenhouse or high tunnel.
An early look at 2016 State of the Industry results shows why some growers are looking to add or retrofit structures in the coming year.