Reducing Heat Stress in a Tropical Greenhouse
Tropical Climates can be especially challenging for hydroponic greenhouse growers. The tropical climate raises the following challenges: Below is a
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Tropical Climates can be especially challenging for hydroponic greenhouse growers. The tropical climate raises the following challenges: Below is a
Untreated water such as River water is host to a wide range of root disease-causing organisms in hydroponics. Pythium is
Algae is a constant battle for hydroponic growers. Normally it is just a visual nuisance but if it is left
Leaf Miner is a persistent and damaging problem for hydroponic lettuce and leafy green growers worldwide. Pure Hydroponics have prepared
Hydroponic growing requires careful attention to be given to dissolved oxygen availability to the root system. Dissolved Oxygen is the
Hydroponic growing is the best way to overcome global food and water shortages and produce the highest quality, nutritious produce
Manually dosing acid for pH correction is a procedure which can put a crop at risk if done incorrectly. Overdosing
The attached table shows a range of recommended nutrient strengths for a wide range of crop types. The table uses
Hydroponic growing requires careful attention to be given to Dissolved Oxygen availability in a nutrient solution. Dissolved Oxygen is the
Automatic Dosing is an important aspect that all commercial growers should consider for their business. The main function of an Automatic
Sodium accumulation is an ongoing problem in hydroponic systems. It affects both Recirculating Systems (accumulation in the nutrient solution) as
Gnats seek out wet areas found in or near green houses to deposit their eggs. They carry pathogens on their bodies, and in
Phosphorous Acid Derivatives are ideal for the Control of Pythium, Phytophthora, Fusarium and other Disease Causing Fungi in Hydroponics and other
Tip burn is the result of inadequate calcium reaching the outer areas of the leaves and is similar to Blossom End Rot
It is most important to maintain the correct pH of a nutrient solution. pH is often regarded as the key
Each different crop type needs to be grown at a specific Conductivity value (Nutrient Strength). This ensures the crop performs
To ensure you get the best out of your Pure Hydroponics nutrient please be sure to follow the mixing directions
The correct seed storage and germination practice is essential for ensuring growers get the highest strike rate possible. Growers in
It is helpful for a grower to be able to accurately calculate the volume of nutrient solution in their tank.
Different countries around the world use different scales to read Conductivity (nutrient strength). This can often make it confusing for
Plants are sensitive to changes in day length, low light and temperatures. Please click on the link below to learn