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Integrated Pest Management and How Our Farms Benefit from its Application?
April 25, 2017 Â Â When temperatures cool, an old house can be an inviting source of warmth for mice. And where there is one, there are more. Introduce a cat into your home and it become less inviting to Mickey, Fievel and Jerry. This is an example of a biologically controlled environment. On the farm, […]
Growers Supply SALE on GrowSpan Estate Elite Greenhouses
April 19, 2017 Â Â Right now, Growers Supply is offering a great deal on GrowSpan Estate Elite Greenhouses. In order to make room for new products, Growers Supply has made this incredible hobby greenhouse available for $4,455.00, which is a price reduction of $1,000.00. For the next two weeks, Growers Supply will even ship the […]
Starting plants Indoors for Field Production
April 18, 2017 Â Â So, you want to start seeds for the garden or greenhouse this season. This is a great idea for so many reasons. Besides being cost-effective, starting seeds and transplanting supports crop uniformity, earlier harvests, controlled germination conditions and a more efficient use of valuable growing space. Â While starting seeds can be […]
An Economical Gothic Arch Greenhouse for Professional Growers
April 5, 2017 GrowSpan Gothic Pro Greenhouses provide a traditional appearance and superior functionality. These gothic arch greenhouses have been used with success on numerous types of growing operations, and since the internal environment can be controlled, they’re an ideal option for growers in any region seeking a cost-effective growing structure that can improve crop […]
Fertigation: Fertilizing Through Irrigation
March 27, 2017   Precision in growing methods can be a lifesaver for any growing operation or greenhouse business. Many farmers have experienced the excessive loss of water from using overhead sprinklers. Overhead systems can leave your plants susceptible to disease and pests, which has driven many of today’s farms to implement more efficient irrigation […]
GrowSpan Series 500 Commercial Greenhouses: A Practical Structure for Any Operation
March 16, 2017   Extending the growing season and having a place to germinate early seedlings can be the determining factor of a farm’s seasonal success. GrowSpan’s Series 500 building is a perfect solution for commercial growers looking to improve their operations with low-input solutions. These buildings provide the versatility that many growers depend on. […]
Humidity and Greenhouse Climate Control: A Brief Introduction
March 9, 2017 Â Â When growing in a greenhouse, humidity can become a serious factor in the success of your crop. Because of dense vegetation packed into limited, enclosed space, plants transpire moisture. This is why humidity tends to run high for many farmers. First it must be specified that when one refers to humidity, […]
Spring Is High Time for High Tunnels
March 6, 2017 Â Â It is high tunnel season, and the most exciting time of the year. Starting early crops in a high tunnel can prepare you for early markets, when many seasonal growers will be strapped for produce. Plus, getting your hands in the dirt always helps get rid of those winter blues. With […]
Industry Giants Combine Forces for Cannabis Conferences, March 2017
March 1, 2017 Â Â Ed Rosenthal, the Guru of Ganja, has teamed up with Growers Supply to make two appearances in the month of March. The first will be from March 5-8 at the California Cannabis Business Expo in San Diego, California, while the second will be from March 20-22 at the Cannabis 2017 Cultivation […]
Potential Red Flags When Selecting a Cannabis Consulting Firm
February 15, 2017 Â Â As growers across the country become licensed and ready to take their operation to a commercial scale, consulting firms across the country are pouncing on these new opportunities. While cannabis consulting firms provide a service that can be invaluable to many growers, a lot of these consulting groups seem to have […]