Quantified Sensor Technology presents sensor integration with external data platforms

Growers have started measuring more and more with the help of sensors, and when doing so, they prefer to see the data that this provides in one platform. Quantified Sensor Technology has therefore sought cooperation with commonly used visualization platforms. That way, the data measured with Quantified…

Questionnaire provides insights into greenhouse light requirements

Climalux has put together a short questionnaire that provides insights into the light requirements of a crop in a specific greenhouse. The form is offered digitally via the Climalux website. "After completion and sending, the sender will gain insight into the most optimal full-LED grow light system for his…

Plug and play lighting controls with sensor feedback works with any light

GrowFlux’s new Precision PAR® dynamic lighting control is an easy-to-install monitoring and control solution that allows growers to build automated control systems that work with any light. Much like a thermostat, Precision PAR detects light levels near the crop and automatically adjusts any dimmable…

Belgium grower wants wind turbine to replace one of their CHP plants

An application by horticultural company De Glastuin on Duffelsesteenweg in Kontich to install a wind turbine with a tip height of almost 90 meters high is causing quite a stir…

Philips Horticulture LED partners up with Houweling Americas

Philips Horticulture LED Solutions has signed a partnership with Houweling Americas. As a certified Philips LED horticulture partner, Houweling Americas will offer only the Philips LED lighting portfolio of greenhouse lighting solutions to Canadian growers. Houweling Americas is a division of the Houweling…

"The system's versatility and scalability ensures optimal performance for any grower"

In the world of horticulture and agriculture, creating the ideal environment for plant growth is crucial. One key aspect of achieving this is using a reliable and efficient HVAC system. "Ceres' EcoPack Heat Pump (DOAS) system is specifically designed for grow facilities, offering a range of benefits that…

A report on the use of ozone over a period of three years

Marconi Vivai is a professional plant nursery that has been in business since 1970. The focus of the company has always been on obtaining the highest quality production for its customers. "The historic company in Roverbella di Mantova is helping us to take stock of the decision we made three years ago to…

Rise of dehumidification: "In all the 'peripheral issues' besides energy saving, there is already a lot to be gained"

When it comes purely to sustainability, dehumidifying greenhouse air combined with harvesting heat is the best option. Ton van Dijk of Van Dijk heating has no doubt about that. A grower saves gas and uses 'green' electricity to run the heat pump that comes with it sustainably. Yet not every grower…

Dutch nursery ready for the winter with 100% LEDs

Last month, Porta Nova completed its LED installation. The Dutch grower spent years researching and developing LED lighting with various LED light experts. They wanted to find the ultimate "light recipe" for roses. You can precisely determine which color/illumination to use with LED lights. The installation…

"Flexible program without any fuss gives us a bit of freedom"

In April 2021, Beyond Chrysant decided to start working with the GreenMaster software. At the time, owner Wouter Duijvesteijn started working behind the PC himself and noticed that work could be done more efficiently and, above all, more simply. Together with a small group of growers, they looked for…

Rose grower goes full LED

In the last month, Porta Nova has finished installing LED lighting to 100%. Porta Nova has researched and developed LED Lighting with various LED light experts for many years, looking for the ultimate "light recipe" for our roses. "With LED light, you can determine exactly which colors/radiation you use. Together, we have found…

Greenhouse sensors for improved climate control

Daniel Crawford (M.S. student) is researching climate sensors for propagation greenhouses. Production of seedlings, cuttings, and tissue culture transplants requires precise…

Why the IP rating of a lighting fixture is important

Ingress Protection (IP) is a critical aspect of a properly designed product for the specified applications. It is a standardized way of classifying devices for what they can withstand with respect to dirt and water. The first digit represents objects or solids, the second digit represents liquids. See…

"With this system, it is possible to control thousands of multi-channel luminaires in seconds"

Growers are well aware of what type of light their plants need at different growth stages but often have not had the opportunity to properly control the lighting devices in their indoor farming facilities. Thanks to the newly developed CultiMesh system, these challenges can be addressed since light…

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Effect of light abatement curtains on the greenhouse environment

Learn how light abatement curtains can be used and their effect on the greenhouse environment. This technical information is for commercial greenhouse operators. IntroductionOntario greenhouse producers use supplemental lighting to: grow vegetables and fruits in winter boost production in the summer control…

UK: Turning on LED as fluorescent tubes bow out

Most fluorescent tubes are now banned from sale in the UK & Europe, with the rest due to be phased out soon. Beginning with the fading glow of the 100W incandescent lightbulb in 2009, the journey towards energy-efficient LED lighting has maintained a steady pace. The latest phase of this transition sees us…

"Digitization is a means, not an end"

From gut feel to data, subjective interpretation to algorithms, manual labor to robots, and system-driven intervention. Digitizing cultivation offers opportunities. Still, growers would do well not to measure things indiscriminately and, importantly, not make digitization an end unto itself. That is perhaps…

The Perfect Chrysanthemum: a review of 6.5 years of research

In the Netherlands, research titled The Perfect Chrysanthemum is entering a new phase. At the large Supervisory Committee's latest meeting, the ongoing project concluded with a short presentation on the latest crop and a review of the past 6.5 years. During that period, 28 crops were grown. The last of those,…

NASA employee: "The Netherlands is a world leader in greenhouse horticulture"

The aerospace and greenhouse industries are learning from each other and lending techniques to each other, according to a piece from EenVandaag. Professor of Horticulture and Product Physiology Leo Marcelis of Wageningen University is pleased with all the knowledge that NASA has gained in recent years.…

Saving up to 50% energy with updated Ridder energy cloth RES10+FR

Ridder is introducing an improved version of its RES10+ FR energy screen cloth. This screen cloth with 5mm tape has been specifically developed to support growers during the autumn and winter months by bringing more light into their greenhouses while at the same time reducing energy consumption. Thanks to…

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"A lot of people who tried first-generation LEDs had pretty bad experiences"

In retrospect, it's hard to believe there ever was a question about whether light-emitting-diode (LED) illumination is the future of commercial cultivation. Even three to four years ago, growers remained skeptical that the newcomer technology could outperform the high-pressure sodium (HPS) lamps that…

4MT installs 10th IRISS Hydrangea grader and organizes "Try before you buy" day

Last week, 4MT placed the last IRISS Hortensia grader of this season at Ko Kolk Hortensia. With the installation of this machine, the 10th IRISS Hydrangea grader has been put into use since its introduction 2 years ago. They are also organizing a 'Try before you buy' day where interested parties can get personal…

Two Dutch flower nurseries now grow Callas together

Germinis grew in Klondike Gardens' one greenhouse in the Netherlands until late June. Thanks to a collaboration between Klondike Gardens and De Boer Calla & Hydrangea, those are making way for a different crop - large Calla cut flowers. The cultivation systems were prepared for production over the…

Aftermovie party Van der Valk Systemen

On September 15 and 16, Van der Valk Systemen celebrated their 60th anniversary and the opening of new premises. More information and pictures of the opening were already published, and now, they have also released an aftermovie. See below. For more informationVan der Valk SystemenZwartendijk 73, 2681 LP…

Growing better with Greenie: Optimize yield in your greenhouse with one tool

Since its launch on April 15, 2020, Greenie has made significant progress, with three years of continuous updates. "Greenie is an investment for the future," says Alex Krouwer, sales manager at Greenie. "It's difficult to predict precisely which specific improvements it will yield. It all starts with…

Special Lightning and Technique this month

October is lighting and greenhouse technique month on our horticultural sites. More and more growers are installing lamps, and new techniques are also being developed to make the inside of greenhouses even better.This special is the opportunity to share novelties, news, and new developments with a broad…