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Designing and building a greenhouse can be complex, especially on a commercial scale. These structures are often expansive, heavily customized and outfitted with the most up-to-date growing systems, so operations can maximize yields and bring costs down, no matter where they’re located or what crops they’re trying to produce. As greenhouses become increasingly larger in […]

Maintaining success in controlled environment agriculture is a challenge that evolves throughout the year for growers. It requires them to adapt their greenhouse environment based on the conditions outside, so they can maintain an ideal micro-climate for their crops. During the summer months, growers need the right systems in place to bring temperatures down, cooling […]

As many growers continue to move away from soil-based production, hydroponic growing systems have become a prominent feature in a large number of operations. When employed in a greenhouse setting, hydroponics allow growers to create a thriving indoor garden with ease, giving their plants access to abundant natural sunlight, a controlled climate and the nutrients […]

Success in commercial growing comes down to one objective: growing the highest-quality crops at the lowest overall cost. This goal is a driving factor behind almost every operation’s decision-making process, as they try to outperform competitors and create a growing space that’s as efficient as possible. Although the idea is simple, bringing it to fruition […]

Cannabis growers are always looking for ways to reduce labor and expenses, without impacting the quality of their product. As the industry continues to evolve, it’s evident that greenhouses provide a viable solution to this dilemma. These structures do an excellent job of limiting energy consumption, and with a light dep greenhouse kit, they can […]

For over 40 years, GrowSpan has been supplying the agricultural and horticultural communities with innovative greenhouse and growing structures. In recent years, the company has expanded significantly by offering new product lines and integrating new manufacturing processes. Over this time, GrowSpan’s facility in Iowa has grown to over 60 acres. This video highlights the growth […]

What’s the most important part of growing in a greenhouse in winter? Sure, having an efficient, properly sized heating system is crucial, but that isn’t enough on its own for commercial growers looking to maximize profits. In addition to reliable heat sources, northern operations also need to ensure their structure is capable of retaining the […]

Across northern climates, winter can be the bane of any cannabis grower’s existence. The change in season brings cold temperatures, heavy snow and severe wind loads, which can create a number of hoops for ill-prepared operations to jump through. With all of the challenges cannabis growers already face in the industry today, it’s important they […]

Despite being located in a southern part of the country, Hendon’s Garden Center in Murray, Kentucky often had their growing seasons cut short by cooler weather once the winter hit. As a retailer that provides its local community and surrounding towns with a wide variety of plants, the business wanted to be able to grow […]

Historically, outdoor operations have been subject to a number of challenges that come with being exposed to the elements. Whether it’s severe weather, pests and disease or seasonal limitations, these growers must consistently overcome various obstacles to achieve success. However, advancements in technology and modern growing strategies have provided relief, so outdoor operations aren’t faced […]