The Greenhouse Horticulture and Flower Bulbs Business Unit of Wageningen University & Research is investigating various dehumidification systems that can keep the greenhouse better closed.
Automation and artificial intelligence help growers stay ahead of diseases.
The program is designed to enable researchers and institutions to bring about breakthroughs in the knowledge and practice of horticultural lighting.
During the summer and shoulder months, cooling and humidity control can make up a significant amount of a greenhouse facility’s energy use.
Microsoft 365 is getting smarter all the time, adding new cloud-enhanced features that can save you time and produce better results for your team.
In a recent webinar, GLASE principal investigators showcase a selection of lighting research, projects, and programs.
Ag tech company Four Growers has expanded the capabilities of its GR-100 robotic harvester, previously limited to cherry tomatoes, to potentially include cucumbers.
Wageningen University and IUNU have entered into an exclusive agreement to work on closed-loop autonomous growing for the most common commercially grown lettuce varietals.
As the population increases, requiring more food, indoor growers are looking at the easiest ways to improve their efficiency with technology.
Research and practice have already shown that it can be beneficial for both plant development and energy bills to treat light as a dynamic growth factor.
With sensors that constantly monitor greenhouse pathogen levels, growers can identify and respond to disease pressures sooner.
The new 2,500 square-foot facility, expected to be completed this fall, will feature several cropping systems, from fixed and movable benches to hydroponic systems.
Energy monitoring equipment can track real-time energy use of lights, screens, and fans and analyze trends in consumption and demand to save energy and increase profit margins.