5 Ways Horticultural LEDs Have Changed in the Last 8 Years
Eight years ago, horticultural LEDs were beginning to gain traction as ‘the future of lighting’ They were efficient, they ran cooler, but they were expensive! The LED fixtures being installed in today’s facilities are not the same products that entered the market back then. In the…
CAPEX VS. OPEX IN INDOOR FARMING: WHY YOUR LIGHTING DECISION STICKS WITH YOU
Indoor farming is capital-intensive by nature, with Capex often ranging from $200 to $400 per sq ft depending on control and automation, and fully built-out vertical farms reaching $500 to $2000+ per sq ft, while Opex continues to shape long-term performance. That’s a serious upfront investment. The upfront…
March Highlights: How Floriculture is Changing the Growing Game in 2026
Welcome to Our March Highlight Showcase! We’re ending March strong, so stay tuned for upcoming Aelius projects. As floriculture continues to gain traction in the indoor growing space, Aelius is taking on more projects of this scale, supported by provincial rebates across Canada, including in…
Five Steps to Calculate The Payback Period on LED Upgrades
Switching from legacy lighting to LED can improve efficiency, reduce operating costs and support better crop consistency — but for most growers and business owners, the real question is simple: how long is the payback period on LED upgrades? This is a question we get asked often as…
Commercial Shamrock Production: How Growers Produce Retail-Ready Oxalis
Commercial shamrock production is far more strategic than its seasonal reputation suggests. While shamrocks are often associated with St. Patrick’s Day and symbols of luck, producing retail-ready Oxalis at scale requires precise environmental control, not chance. From lighting strategy and temperature management to irrigation and…