Structures & Equipment

Gearing Up a Greenhouse for Summer

As summer approaches and temperatures start creeping back up, many greenhouses may need some climate adjustments. Many greenhouse growers overlook the work that is required prior to the summer because they attempt to make growing... more »

Gotham Greens Breaks Ground on Second Chicago Greenhouse Location

On March 15, Gotham Greens broke ground on a new 140,000 square foot greenhouse in the Pullman District of Chicago, Illinois. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined Gotham Greens founders Viraj Puri and Eric Haley and... more »

Nitschke Takes Over Southeast Region for RBI

Rough Brothers Inc. (RBI) has appointed Shane Nitschke sales manager of the southeastern region that encompasses Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. Nitschke is a nineteen-year veteran of Rough... more »

American Coolair Celebrates 90 Years

Founded by the father and son team of James E. Graves Sr. and James E. Graves Jr., American Coolair Corp. has been manufacturing ventilation products for 90 years. The family-owned company, which began operation in... more »

Building a Smart, Sustainable Greenhouse

What if your greenhouse could generate enough electricity to run the equipment used in it, including fans, soil mixers, pot fillers and transplanters? How much money could you save annually in energy costs? Michael Loik,... more »

Paul Boers Manufacturing Adds to Sales Team

Paul Boers Manufacturing has added Darla Lanphear to the sales consultant team. Lanphear’s 20-year experience as regional sales manager in the shade, shelter and playground industry will benefit her in the world of greenhouses and... more »

HopsHouse Introduces New Hydroponic Hops Greenhouse

Rough Brothers, Inc. (RBI) has announced the launch of HopsHouse, a single-solutions greenhouse designed to optimize yields through integrated systems and precision farming. It is the first single-solution hydroponic greenhouse for year-round hops growth and... more »

Greenhouse Expansion: Do You See the Entire Picture?

Although some questions are fundamental to your operations, other ones may be less obvious and can contribute to a smoother process. Hopefully, the following checklist can add to your confidence as you begin the development... more »