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Mango trees cultivation under greenhouse conditions

The origin center of the mango is located in Southeast Asia. Today, the mango is cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions...

greenhouse growers should pay attention to vapor-pressure deficit and not relative humidity

POSTS, TECHNOLOGY

Why the Vapor-Pressure Deficit (VPD) is an essential indicator to...

The Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) is one of the main forces driving evapotranspiration in plants. The VPD is the difference...

why coco peat is the best substrate for the greenhouse grower

AGRONOMY, GROWING MEDIUM

Advantages of the use of coco peat in soilless agriculture

Coconut fiber is a product resulting from the transformation of the coconut shell. It is communally called "coco peat" in the...

hydroponic strawberry cultivation under greenhouses

AGRONOMY, POSTS, VEGETAL

Soil-less strawberry production in greenhouses

Strawberries are one of the most important fruit crops in the world. In North America, California and Florida are the largest...

AGRONOMY, POSTS, VEGETAL

Vanilla production in a plastic greenhouse

Vanilla is the fruit of some orchids of Mesoamerican origin of which the best-known species is Vanilla planifolia. It is a...

New Report available: the South-East Asia...

27 mins ago

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Embark on a journey through the thriving South-Asia Greenhouse Market, where innovation meets opportunity. Discover the economic pulse of Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia, uncovering the secrets to sustainable growth. Dive into consumer habits...

Hort-Gen Podcast: What Plants Crave

1 hour ago

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This episode is part of our “What Plants Crave” series, where Dr. Sabeh speaks with growers, researchers, engineers, and manufacturers who work in controlled environment agriculture, to get their insights about the direction of the industry...

Artificial morel production in a greenhouse

3 weeks ago

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The Morels are edible mushroom of choice, a popular delicacy and a high value commodity. There is a high demand in markets worldwide more particularly in the European restaurants.

The buffer effect to control the greenhouse temperature and humidity

What is the importance of the buffer effect...

30 March 2024

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The buffer effect in a commercial greenhouse refers to the ability of the greenhouse environment to maintain stable and optimal growing conditions despite external fluctuations in temperature, humidity, or other environmental factors.

Polyethylene Covered Greenhouse vs. Glass...

2 March 2024

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Discover the differences between polyethylene-covered greenhouses and glass houses in this comprehensive comparison. Explore the advantages of each solution, from cost-effectiveness and flexibility to durability and insulation properties...

Hybrid vertical farming using harnois hight tech poly greenhouse

It is a wrap! Welcome 2024 🌱

2 January 2024

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The best is coming in 2024, can't wait to be on the field again meeting amazing growers and all the great horticulture international community

Rolling system for thermal blankets in a winter cultivation greenhouse

Retractable thermal blankets in a high tunnel

10 December 2023

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A glimpse of the retractable thermal blankets compatible with the Ovaltech greenhouse for winter cultivation in North-America. This innovative solution will help you to keep your operating costs as low as maximum.

Energy efficient high tunnel greenhouse...

11 November 2023

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An energy-efficient high tunnel greenhouse system involves optimizing various components such as design, materials, and technology. In this article we will see some key considerations to help you create an energy-efficient high tunnel...

can greenhouse resists a heavy snow load winter

Can greenhouse structure survive winter ?

3 September 2023

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Greenhouse structures are designed to provide a controlled environment for plants and can extend the growing season, but their ability to survive the winter depends on several factors, including the the type of greenhouse, the climate in your...

What is Controlled Environment Agriculture...

2 September 2023

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Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), also known as indoor farming or vertical farming, is a method of cultivating crops in a highly controlled and monitored environment. Unlike traditional outdoor farming, CEA utilizes advanced technology...