Editor’s letter: Are you controlling?
The GPN’s Editor’s Letter explores control in greenhouse production. Discover strategies for modern growing.
Key Takeaways
- The article presents an editorial perspective on control and management within greenhouse production environments.
- Controlled environments require growers to evaluate production practices, technologies and operational decisions.
- Managing growing conditions is an important consideration for modern greenhouse operations.
- Growers continue to adapt to evolving challenges and opportunities within controlled environment agriculture.
- GPN’s Editor’s Letter provides industry insight into topics affecting greenhouse professionals.
Greenhouse growers control the growing environment daily through irrigation, lighting, humidity and other manipulations that keep operations and plants in top shape.
Scientists and researchers discover new pathways, improve genetic traits and continue to develop products that work smarter. Technologies like automation and software for use within the greenhouse advance, too.
Trying to encompass all that is going on in CEA and lighting for greenhouse growers in one issue is definitely impossible. Although, you will find new and valuable information to share with the team here.
If you’re adding growing lighting to your facility, or currently in decision-making mode, you’ll want to read this. Lighting space experts talk about investing in LEDs, recouping costs sooner and considerations for waiting for future technologies.
Light is a common limiting factor for plant growth in CEA. MSU professor Erik Runkle discusses how far-red photons should be included in metrics and efficacy here.
Are you a small greenhouse grower? The latest Small Greenhouse and Farm Technology (SGAFT) article helps you figure out inefficiencies of small greenhouse geometry and options for overcoming them.
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FAQ
What does controlled environment agriculture involve?
Controlled environment agriculture involves managing growing conditions to support plant production.
Why is control important in greenhouse production?
Control helps growers manage environmental conditions and make informed production decisions.
What topics does GPN cover related to greenhouse production?
GPN covers greenhouse production, technology, crop management, industry trends and grower insights.
Who is the audience for GPN Editor’s Letters?
GPN Editor’s Letters are written for greenhouse professionals, growers and members of the horticulture industry.
How can growers improve control in production environments?
Growers can evaluate production practices, technologies and management strategies to improve control of growing conditions.