Microplastics in Grow Rooms: How Heat Affects Plastics in Under-Canopy Lighting
Learn how heat affects plastics in under-canopy grow lights and how commercial cultivators can choose safe, long-lasting lighting materials for their facilities.
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….
Why LED Failure Rate Matters in Horticulture (And What You Should Expect)
Not all grow lights are built the same. If you’re running a commercial grow, especially one with tight harvest schedules or regulated crops like cannabis – failure rate isn’t just a number. It directly affects your yield, your time, and your bottom line. So, let’s…
6 Ways to Know Your LED Fixtures are Ready to be Replaced
LED Fixtures don’t just burn out overnight; they fade, degrade, and eventually underperform. Now what’s the reoccurring problem? Many cultivators don’t realize it until their plants start telling them. Here’s how to spot the warning signs before it starts affecting your canopy. 1 – Dimming…
Why Switching from HPS to Aelius LED is the Smartest Move for Cultivators in 2025
Still Using HPS? Here’s Why It’s Time to Rethink That! HPS has served its purpose. For years, it was the go-to solution for commercial cultivation, but times have changed. Energy rates have climbed. Margins have tightened. And growers are being asked to do more with…