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Ensuring proper fertilizer concentration in greenhouse growing: Tips and troubleshooting
Published on May 2, 2023
Are you fertilizing your crops correctly? Check the irrigation solution's EC to determine the ppm N in the crop’s irrigation water. Read on for tips on how to check and troubleshoot fertilizer concentration issues. -
Ammonium toxicity can cause chlorosis in pansies and other crops
Published on April 21, 2023
Preventing and correcting ammonium toxicity in greenhouses: Understanding the causes, symptoms and solutions. -
Where can I learn more about how to grow this crop?
Published on April 4, 2023
Greenhouse growers can use reference books and websites to find crop production information, including environmental and fertility/substrate management recommendations. -
Variety is key for successful horticulture internships
Published on March 31, 2023
Spice up student internships with a variety of experiences and have some fun! -
Greenhouse disease and insect management recommendations for 2023
Published on March 8, 2023
Insect and disease management recommendations for the 2023 growing season. -
Ideal fertilizer use for culinary organic herb production
Published on January 31, 2023
Unlike ornamental flowering crops, the edible nature of herbs creates more opportunities for adding value by using organic production practices. Suståne is a certified organic slow-release fertilizer that is well-suited for containerized herb production. -
New video series shares tips for farmers selling to local restaurants, retailers and institutions
Published on January 24, 2023
Hear insights from 14 farmers, food entrepreneurs and marketing experts. -
Ways organic fertilizer improves culinary herb production
Published on November 23, 2022
Culinary herbs are increasingly popular among consumers. As a result, commercial producers are increasingly growing containerized herbs. Additionally, since herbs are consumed, the value-added organic market poses additional opportunities for producers. -
The 2022 Greenhouse Growers Expo education schedule offers something for everyone
Published on October 31, 2022
Education topics include retail & marketing, plant production, specialty cut flowers, and more! -
Michigan pesticide applicator recertification credits available in person and online before the end of the year
Published on October 31, 2022
Growers needing a few more credits to renew their pesticide applicator license have some online and in-person opportunities available.