19
Feb
Optimized Lighting for Strawberries: Key to Higher Yield & Quality
As urban areas grow and farmland becomes limited, vertical farming is emerging as a smart solution for growing food indoors. Strawberries are one of the most popular crops grown in these farms because they require less space and can be cultivated all year round. However, since vertical farms don’t have natural sunlight, providing the right […]
29
Jan
Lighting Tips for Vertical Green Walls and Indoor Plants
Indoor gardening is becoming increasingly popular, finding its place under various innovative concepts like Vertical Green Walls, Atrium Gardens, Paludariums, Vertical Forests, Ripariums, and more. These creative gardening styles bring numerous advantages: • Aesthetic appeal to spaces• Improved air quality• Cleaner and purer environments In essence, indoor gardening helps us reconnect with nature, which is […]
23
Jan
Understanding Photoperiodic Lighting
Introduction Photoperiodic lighting is a method of managing light exposure to influence the growth and development of plants. This practice is essential in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), horticulture, and floriculture, where the natural photoperiod—the duration of light and darkness in a day—is modified to suit specific plant requirements. Importance of Photoperiod in Plants Plants rely […]
21
Jan
Eco-Friendly Farming: Why Aquaponics Is the Next Big Thing in Agriculture
Aquaponics is an innovative agricultural system that combines aquaculture (raising aquatic animals like fish) with hydroponics (growing plants in water without soil) in a symbiotic environment. This system is not only sustainable but also highly efficient in water usage, making it a promising solution for countries facing water scarcity, urbanization, and increasing demand for organic […]
26
Nov
Plant Light Intensity Measurement: Understanding Light for Optimal Growth
Introduction : Light is a crucial factor for plant growth, influencing processes like photosynthesis and development. The measurement of light intensity is important in understanding how much light plants are receiving and ensuring they get the right spectrum and intensity for optimal growth. However, plant lighting differs significantly from human lighting in both its spectrum […]
26
Nov
LED Grow Lights for Indoor Plants
Introduction : Indoor gardening has gained significant popularity in recent years due to its ability to offer year-round growing opportunities for plants, even in small spaces. Whether you’re growing vegetables, herbs, or ornamental plants, having the right lighting is essential for their health and growth. In this context, LED (Light Emitting Diode) grow lights have […]
26
Nov
How to Choose the Right Indoor Gardening Light
Abstract: When it comes to indoor gardening, it is necessary to provide adequate lighting for your healthy plants. Since natural sunlight may not always be available or sufficient, using a grow light becomes essential for the healthy growth of indoor plants. So, let me share the secrets to successful plant growth and create a thriving […]
26
Nov
Full Spectrum Grow Light for Indoor Strawberries
Abstract: In crop cultivation, particularly in controlled environmental agriculture, light quality is one of the most critical factors affecting crop growth and harvest. Many scholars have studied the effects of light quality on strawberry traits, but they have used relatively simple light components and considered only a small number of light qualities and traits in […]
17
Oct
Role of LED Grow Lights For Indoor Gardening In UAE & Middle East
Introduction: Indoor gardening has gained significant popularity in the UAE and the broader Middle East due to the region’s challenging climatic conditions. With high temperatures, limited rainfall, and arid landscapes, traditional outdoor gardening can be a daunting task. Enter LED grow lights, a game-changer for urban gardeners seeking to cultivate plants indoors. This article explores […]
17
Oct
Hydroponics with LED lights in UAE
Abstract : In this study, the effect of different light emitting diode (LED) grow light wavelength and power of the LED lights on plant growth were investigated by adopting nutrient film technique of hydroponic indoor vegetable farming. Commercial LEDs are deployed in this work, and the findings benefited the farmers who rely on commercial LEDs. […]
