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Pay attention to generative or vegetative growth
20-04-2017Steering the crop towards vegetative or generative growth requires constant attention. Crop consultant Wim van Wingerden explains the possibilities.
Read morePlants prefer uniform climate
30-03-2017Occasional light stress makes ornamental plants stronger. But generally speaking, plants prefer uniformity.
Read moreLow-growing ornamental crops benefit from diffused light
30-03-2017Low-growing ornamental crops such as potted plants and gerbera perform better under diffused light. The micro-climate around the plants is more even, and the light penetrates better into the crop.
Read moreSelecting the right coating: the free ReduWizard tool can help you
28-02-2017Selecting the right coating and dosage is important to get the best result. The choice depends on, among other things, your location. The ReduWizard makes it easy for you. Within seconds, you have an insight into the most suitable product, free of charge. It also provides advice for the best dosage and...
Read moreClimate control based on plant temperature is getting closer
27-02-2017Plant temperature can differ from the greenhouse air temperature by several degrees. This is why controlling climate based on plant temperature is a good idea.
Read moreUse of coating requires tailor-made advice
11-11-2016For every type of crop it is important to create an optimal climate year-round to constantly achieve the maximum yield and quality. A coating on the greenhouse roof can be a good tool for this. However, there is a large range of coatings available and these can also be applied in different thicknesses....
Read moreCAM plants require special treatment
01-11-2016CAM plants are a group of plants that only assimilate at night and grow slowly. The cultivation of these plants requires special treatment.
Read moreShading with ReduSol: a reliable solution for cooling the greenhouse
01-11-2016Nowadays, liquid greenhouse coatings are replacing chalk applications more than ever. These coatings are easy to apply, easy to remove and provide uniform shading. Coating with ReduSol is a good choice for people who have little or no experience with liquid coatings.
Read moreProper functioning of stomata is crucial
27-10-2016The plant is continuously seeking a balance between transpiration (loss of moisture) and photosynthesis. The functioning of the stomata plays an important role in this. Moderate climate conditions are best for achieving this.
Read moreAt the forefront of horticultural innovations
26-10-2016Mardenkro maintains close contact with scientific researchers and is a member of the Club 100: a group of prominent horticultural suppliers that helps finance and steer research at Wageningen Greenhouse Horticulture. This way Mardenkro is at the forefront of horticultural innovations.
Read moreCoatings enable maximum efficiency of photosynthesis
28-09-2016The more light, the better the yield. But at a certain moment the leaves at the top of the crop have reached their maximum capacity. Therefore it is better to distribute the available light throughout crop. That can be seen in the photo response curve.
Read moreUniform light intensity best for crop
11-07-2016Plants show a delayed response to changes in light intensity. Actually they are always a few steps behind the reality and that reduces production. Diffuse light results in fewer changes and therefore to higher production.
Read moreClose collaboration with consultants
15-05-2016Mardenkro maintains close contacts with consultants who advise international greenhouses. Dutch horticultural technology is very popular all over the world but only with the proper know-how it is possible to achieve the maximum results.
Read moreAlways a clean greenhouse
04-05-2016Even when prices are poor few companies cut back on cleaning the inside and outside of the greenhouse. This indicates that in practice the importance of good light transmission has sunk in.
Read morePotential to steer crop with blue light
03-05-2016Crop development can be steered by using blue light. Insights into the possibilities are continuously growing as a result of joint research.
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