Erik Runkle
Tips on Holding Plants in the Greenhouse During COVID-19
When crops can’t be shipped on time, here are things you can do to hold plants longer in the greenhouse.
How Green Light Affects Floriculture Crops
Researchers at Michigan State University find out the impact it has on daylength-sensitive plants.
Growing Ornamental Seedlings Under White LEDs
Michigan State University researchers discuss the impacts of using white light on plant growth and human vision, as well as energy considerations when growing ornamental seedlings indoors.
Supplemental Greenhouse Lighting to Produce Seedlings: LED or HPS?
Researchers at Michigan State University see if the results from producing high-quality seedlings with LEDs justify the high capital outlay for installation.
Lighting Technology Under the Microscope at Production Technology Conference
Here’s a sneak preview of three lighting trends that will be discussed by Erik Runkle at the Production Technology Conference.
How To Determine The Economic Viability Of LED Lighting
You can decide whether LED lighting is right for your operation by considering seven important factors that impact return on investment.
Five Tips For Successful Use Of Boom Irrigation Lighting On Long-Day Ornamentals
Michigan State University Extension shares five tips to help growers use boom irrigation lighting more effectively to accelerate flowering of long-day ornamental crops.
MSU Offers New Greenhouse Lighting Online Course For Growers
Michigan State University Extension is now offering a non-credit, pre-recorded online course on greenhouse and horticultural lighting. […]
Growing Your Crops Above Their Base Temperature
Lowering temperature set points in the greenhouse may help you combat rising heating costs.
Growers Report Nutritional Problems On Geraniums
In recent weeks, several growers have contacted Michigan State University Specialists about leaf discoloration on geraniums, especially the purpling of lower leaves.
Growing Seedlings Under LEDs: Part Two
In the second part of a two-part series, Michigan State University researchers share their findings in germinating seedlings with LED lights.
MSU Researches Growing Seedlings Under LEDs
In part one of a two-part series, Michigan State University researchers share their findings in germinating seedlings with LED lights.
Using ABA To Reduce Water Loss In Chrysanthemum & Aster
Greenhouse crop production often employs the use of plant hormones and growth-regulating chemicals to control growth such as […]
Ready Research Results: Daily Light Integral & Flowering Of Annuals
Daily light integral (DLI) refers to the cumulative amount of photosynthetic light that is received in one day. […]
Energy-Efficient Annuals: Pentas & Verbena
Efficient production of bedding plants requires information on how temperature, photoperiod, and daily light integral (DLI) influence crop […]
Energy-Efficient Annuals: Angelonia & Browallia
Scheduling annual bedding plants in flower for specific market dates is of increasing importance to greenhouse growers. Plants […]
Energy-Efficient Annuals: Dahlia & Osteospermum
Producing spring bedding plants in an energy-efficient manner requires information on how crops respond to average daily temperature […]
Energy-Efficient Annuals: Rudbeckia & Viola
Scheduling bedding plants in flower for exact market dates is challenging considering the diversity of crops produced. Rising […]