How Biostimulants Support Sustainable Growth in 2025
Biostimulants are harder to define than you might expect. In fact, governments have met several times to establish a clear definition of biostimulants but there’s still no universal agreement. European countries have a different definition from Canada, and in the US, nobody has come to…
Navigating Growth in Vertical Farming with Vertical Roots Canada
Vertical Roots Canada is a thriving vertical farm founded by Mike and Becky Newhook in Edmonton, Alberta. Their story began long before the first seed was planted—during a visit to friends in the Philippines, where they learned about aquaponics and sustainable growing methods. Inspired by…
A Grower’s Guide to Leaf Surface Temperature: Finding the Sweet Spot for Your Crops
Air temperature tells you part of the story. Leaf surface temperature tells you the truth. Most growers already know leaf surface temperature (LST) matters. If you’ve switched from HPS to LEDs, you’ve probably noticed your room feels cooler, and overheating isn’t the same constant battle….
Top 10 Mistakes New Indoor Growers Make With Lighting
Indoor growing has opened the door for many possibilities for cultivators around the world to grow year-round, regardless of the region or climate conditions. Lighting is arguably the most critical component of indoor cultivation and is often misunderstood by novice indoor growers. Poor lighting choices…
Hydroponics in Canada: 5 Stats That Show Why It Matters
Canada’s food system is at a crossroads. As climate disruption, inflation, and global instability collide, traditional agriculture is struggling to keep pace. The question isn’t if we need a better way to grow, it’s how fast we can scale it. Hydroponics, a method of growing…