Technology

Tracking Crop Performance, Communication is Key

As a company we at Smith Gardens are always looking forward to discover and implement new methods to improve our processes. Crop spec is one topic that is very important to us; this involves setting... more »

Cover Story — Innovation in Action

Efficiency, plant quality and profitability. These are some top priorities of every grower. They roll right off the tongue, but are they easy to achieve? Maybe ... if you put in the upfront effort. Big... more »

Technology — Drones in a Greenhouse?

There is no doubt that drones are an emerging technology, but do they have a place in greenhouses? The answer is clearly YES, but the types of applications we envision for open-field agriculture may need... more »

Getting to the Root of Saving Time, Space and Money

Time is money for growers. That’s why they are always looking for ways to eliminate/simplify their growing processes. By creating more turns in the greenhouse, they can grow their profits. To help growers with this... more »

How Are You Using the Internet?

When it comes to the internet, how you are using it for your company? A lot of people use it for social media, but growers are finding ways that it can save them time and... more »

Horticultural Lighting Applications

Lighting from electric lamps is increasingly being used in the production of horticultural crops grown in controlled environments. However, sometimes there is confusion about the different lighting applications and what type of lighting is needed... more »

Mysteries of the Cloud: Solved

For many people, the cloud remains a mystery. Even though a version of cloud computing predates personal computers and the internet by decades, the cloud still conjures images of some mystical way of providing software... more »

Technology, Apps and Other Greenhouse Solutions

So, you’re the company tech person. Your job is to keep the facility up and running at the same time keep up with all the new technology and gadgets. Wow, what a fun job you... more »