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…
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…
Limited Alberta Greenhouse Funding – Program Explained 2025–2028
There’s a new greenhouse and vertical farming hotspot in Canada, and it’s not where you might expect it. The province now has access to Alberta greenhouse funding through the Growing Greenhouses Program, a strategic investment of up to $10 million under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural…
Greenhouse Lighting for Petunias: Winter DLI Targets for Premium Bloom Quality
Greenhouse lighting for petunias becomes critical during dark Canadian winters. While petunias can tolerate lower light levels, they do not perform under them. In commercial greenhouse production, insufficient daily light integral (DLI) slows growth, reduces branching, and limits bloom density. If your goal is premium…