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Technically Speaking: Controlling greenhouse temperature for successful production
The single greatest reason we grow crops inside greenhouses is to regulate the temperature. In addition, the primary determinant of crop timing is the... more »

Controlling greenhouse temperature for successful production
The single greatest reason we grow crops inside greenhouses is to regulate the temperature. In addition, the primary determinant of crop timing is the... more »

Technically Speaking: Common pitfalls and practical solutions of supplemental lighting
Greenhouse growers are increasingly purchasing and installing light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to deliver low-intensity photoperiodic or high-intensity su... more »

Technically Speaking: Light terminology from a plant perspective
The science and engineering of plant lighting continues to advance, as does the terminology to describe light. Light has several dimensions including ... more »

Technically Speaking: Getting the most out of energy and shade curtains
Retractable energy and shade curtains offer potential advantages when producing crops inside greenhouses. In the summer, a curtain system can limit th... more »

Editor’s letter: Are you controlling?
Greenhouse growers control the growing environment daily through irrigation, lighting, humidity and other manipulations that keep operations and plant... more »









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