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Young fruits pull so hard, flowers above abort
Sweet peppers arrive in waves. New fruits lure so many assimilates towards them that the flowers above them abort. This article provides various suggestions …
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Patent on plant characteristics not without consequences
For half a century international plant breeders’ rights have brought stability and security to the breeding sector. These rights have protected breeders against unauthorised …
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‘Controlled removal of moisture results in energy savings’
By using a model to show the energy balance in a greenhouse you can see at a glance where the energy losses are likely …
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Optimal application of crop protection products depends on crop, pest and area
Different techniques are available for the application of crop protection products. A crop can be treated by spraying or by treating the air by …
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Iron is essential for photosynthesis and respiration
Iron plays a major role in photosynthesis. That’s why a shortage directly affects the production capacity of the plant. The application of chelates has …
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Regular control and maintenance of doors necessary
All sorts of doors are fitted within horticultural companies. These can be automatic doors such as overhead, high speed and sliding doors, but also …
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Understanding photosynthesis important for CO2 dosing and lighting
It used to be rare to come across plants that bind CO2 mainly at night: CAM plants. But it’s no longer an exception in …
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Plugs and trays replace containers and lead to more uniform plants
After a run-up of several years breeders and propagators of phalaenopsis are switching over to propagation in plugs. Meanwhile three Dutch suppliers of plugs …
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A stable pH in the pot requires knowledge and craftsmanship
Organic substrate mixtures are prepared according to customer specifications to contain the nutrients and acidity (pH) required. During cultivation the pH in the root …
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Steering with high EC improves taste and quality of fruits
With a little more effort you can improve even more. This is the approach behind new trials aimed at optimizing water and fertiliser use …