Protected Agriculture
Michigan State University (MSU) educators will provide hoop house and high tunnel users with cropping information and management strategies.
Researchers are studying the fit for screenhouse production to exclude psyllids.
Focus more on the flavor of your greenhouse tomatoes and de-emphasize yield — for now.
Ornamental grower Good Harvest Farms began growing hydroponic lettuce 15 years ago. Owner Chris Powell says having a reliable market and emphasizing quality are critical.
Some critical points to think about before adding a controlled environment component to your operation include market, structures, crop choice, and labor.
High tunnels have helped one Alabama grower produce high-quality crops year-round while providing a significant return on investment.
Take these trends into consideration if you plan to grow under cover or want to expand your operation.
The tomato is designed to grow in hanging baskets in greenhouses.
When choosing varieties for the greenhouse keep in mind that they are bred for greenhouse conditions, such as lower light, higher humidity, and higher temperature.
This month, I’d like to offer eight “quick and dirty” tips that will help beginning growers as well […]
Inexpensive structures provide surprising winter protection and potential marketing opportunities in cold climates.
[blackoutgallery id=”73819″] Producing crops year-round may be business as usual for growers in places like California and Florida, […]
The demand for safe, nutritious, affordable local food, particularly for fresh fruits and vegetables, is rising in New […]
Inside move could put producers in prime scoring position.
You cannot prevent a natural disaster from taking everything you have, but you can lessen the blow if and when it happens.
Make sure your protected agriculture components are prepared for whatever may blow this way.
There are several options to consider when deciding to protect against crop losses from rain.
As part of a series of free educational webcasts on The Plant Management Network, a nonprofit online resource […]
The University of Arizona Controlled Environment Agriculture Center hosts its annual short course March 22-27 in Tucson, AZ.