The future of horticulture lies beneath the canopy, where light, efficiency and innovation come together to exceed the yield and efficiency of conventional overhead-only approaches. However, the introduction of additional sensible and latent heat from under canopy LED lighting systems creates new challenges—one of those being nutrient uptake.
This rise in heat, particularly sensible heat, will elevate the ambient air temperature, while latent heat affects humidity levels by influencing water vapor in the environment. Both factors play crucial roles in plant nutrient uptake because they directly influence transpiration—the process by which plants absorb water and nutrients through their roots.
So, how can growers counterbalance the effects of increased heat while still capitalizing on the advantages of under canopy lighting?
The team at Thrive Agritech, the industry leader in research-based LED lighting solutions, is here to help in this month’s special report, which provides key considerations and conclusions for not only nutrient uptake and increased thermal loads but also for humidity, HVAC and CO2 supplementation.
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