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The Guide To High Tunnel Production: Using A High Tunnel Hoop House And High Tunnel Grant To Improve Outdoor Cultivation
Outdoor cultivation has been the standard for agriculture since the beginning of time, and it certainly remains an effective method of crop production. Still, with each passing year, growing strategies improve and new technology allows growers to produce on scales that may have never been possible by simply growing in soil. This doesn’t mean growers […]
Optimizing Heating In Your Winter Greenhouse: How To Make Sure Your Greenhouse Heater Doesn’t Go To Waste
In many regions, growers don’t have to worry about the burden of snow or having to use a greenhouse heater to cultivate year-round. Not everyone is afforded this luxury, though, and for cold-climate growers, a winter greenhouse offers a lifeline to stay competitive by enabling them to grow uninterrupted. Still, success can fluctuate greatly from […]
Yakima County Master Gardeners Educate Year-Round With A GrowSpan Greenhouse
Home gardening is a valuable skill that allows avid growers to produce their own plants and food. However, not everyone has a green thumb, and growing successful plants can be a challenge without assistance or practice. This is where the Yakima County Master Gardeners knew they could step in and make an impact on their […]
Growing Smarter: An Overview Of A Hydroponic Greenhouse
As the world population grows, the demand for improved food production and sustainable practices becomes more and more prevalent. In the horticultural industry, hydroponic greenhouses are looked to as a viable solution to both issues. With their ability to generate larger quantities of produce, while also conserving resources, it’s no wonder such an effort has […]
GrowSpan Chosen As Top Cannabis Industry Employer For 2021
In a list compiled by mg Magazine, GrowSpan Greenhouse Structures has been selected as one of this year’s 50 best places to work in the cannabis industry. The list recognizes businesses who implement industry-leading employment practices and strive to create a model working environment. “We’ve spent a lot of time focusing on improving our employee’s […]
Montgomery Central High School Invests In A Sustainable Future With GrowSpan
Sustainable growing practices are becoming increasingly important in the world of agriculture and horticulture. Within school systems, efforts are being made to teach students about cutting edge growing techniques and sustainability in crop production, especially in more rural areas. Many districts have either already implemented a form of agricultural education or have a plan in […]
How A Polycarbonate Greenhouse Kit Can Improve A Grow Op
Choosing the right grow space is an important decision for any grower trying to produce on a commercial scale. With many operations electing to grow in greenhouses over indoor facilities or outdoor fields, it’s essential they choose a structure that takes advantage of all a greenhouse’s capabilities. That’s where a polycarbonate greenhouse comes in. Polycarbonate […]
Why Growers Need A Custom Greenhouse
There are a number of different ways to approach setting up a greenhouse. Many growers attempt to build without help, utilizing their own materials and manual labor, and end up with a grow space that is susceptible to weather and riddled with inefficiencies. That can lead to disaster, like a collapsed greenhouse that destroys crops […]
6 Features Every Cannabis Grower Needs To Incorporate Into Their Greenhouse
Setember 9, 2021 Cannabis operations are difficult to get right, and the decision making involved in designing and installing a greenhouse can overwhelm even experienced growers. As the market gets more competitive, growers must find ways to gain an edge over competition and increase their bottom line. While there isn’t one right answer to greenhouse […]
The Advantages of Light Deprivation in a Greenhouse
February 10, 2021 Grow operations utilize many different tools and processes to ensure their crops thrive. With high end automation, expensive equipment and endless options available, it may be hard for growers to choose the right tools for their greenhouse. A good place to start is a basic system that will enhance their grow […]