With help from a lighting supplier, University of Florida researchers are exploring how the photosynthetic spectrum relates to an often overlooked element of cultivation: water-use efficiency.
Signify recently introduced the concept for its new LED toplighting compact system, which allows growers to switch lighting systems using existing infrastructure.
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.
The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers has published the second in a three-part series of standards relating to LED radiation measurements for plant growth and development.
The meeting, which takes place Nov. 5 in Ithaca, NY, will cover guidelines for energy-efficient technology adoption in controlled environments, with a focus on financial opportunities and rebate programs.
Is it time for an upgrade in lighting systems and components at your greenhouse? Here’s your chance to compare some of the newest products on the market, many of which are designed for versatility, easy management, and more.
LumiGrow’s new LED Grower Guide for Ornamentals was developed to inform ornamental growers how to use LED lighting strategies to maximize profits, boost yields, and increase crop quality.
Despite the higher initial costs, the report indicates the technology is evolving rapidly and will likely surpass other horticultural lighting systems in performance.
“Light Management in Controlled Environments,” the new book that presents the underlying biology of how light influences plant growth in greenhouses and controlled environments, recently earned two awards.
