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A list with suitable hydroponic crops and flowers
Here we present a list with crops and flowers that can be grown in a hydroponic system. It should be noted that not all crops[...]
Did you already know these 5 benefits of growing indoors with hydroponics systems?
Implementing hydroponics in a greenhouse has its advantages and disadvantages. Here below, 5 advantages associated with hydroponics systems are listed and explained in more[...]
What kind of hydroponic substrates to use in the greenhouse? 3 types of possible options
While hydroponics reduces the need for soil, a growing medium or substrate is still used to support plant roots and provide stability for the plants[...]
The Interesting history of the hydroponic growing system – from Aztec times to now
The development of modern hydroponic systems About 100 years ago (in 1929 to be precise) William Frederick Gericke (1882-1970) was researching a plant-growing[...]
Market potential of hydroponics growing systems (2026)
The hydroponic growing system is most widely used in European greenhouses, with the Netherlands, Spain, and France being the top producers of crops in[...]
8 Examples on how supplementary grow lights are used for crops in Dutch greenhouses
Dutch horticulture lighting is widely utilised across a range of crops to enhance growth and increase yields in greenhouses. In regions with dark winters,[...]
What is the difference between efficiency and efficacy of plant lights?
In the context of plant lighting in greenhouses, the terms "efficiency" and "efficacy" are crucial factors to consider when evaluating the performance and cost-effectiveness[...]
Top 3 Best practices for implementing greenhouse lighting
Implementing best practices for greenhouse lighting promotes uniform plant growth and optimizes light conditions for greenhouse crops. Below, we have summarised 3 important factors[...]
How intracanopy lighting can increase yield in greenhouses without increasing energy usage
Currently, when grow lamps for supplemental lighting are installed in greenhouses, they are placed above the plants. A proven method to increase plant biomass[...]
