Microgreens Harvest #2: Salad Mix Surprises with Higher Single Bar Yields
We’ve decided to start a new series at Aelius headquarters and thought we’d share our experience with all of you. Microgreens have grown in popularity over the past decade, and we saw this as the perfect way to bring some fresh greenery into the office…
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…
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…