As we transition into the fall season, it’s time to start thinking about fortifying your greenhouses to withstand the unpredictable weather challenges that lie ahead. The changing season brings with it the potential for torn poly film, increased heating costs, and the need for greater energy efficiency. At Adapt8, we’re here to help you address … Continued
Growers are increasingly opting to grow cannabis in greenhouse structures according to a 2020 survey by Cannabis Business Times. As of 2020, 41% of cannabis growers were growing in a greenhouse, up 7% from 2016. This trend is not surprising given the many benefits of growing in a greenhouse versus growing in a warehouse or … Continued
Greenhouse growers wishing to maximize production and achieve plant uniformity should check out the benefits of diffuse light. Diffuse light is a natural phenomenon whereby light is scattered as it passes through clouds, smog, and yes, the appropriate greenhouse glazing materials. By bathing plants in diffused light you can expect higher yields, higher leaf count, … Continued
Adapt8 CEO, Michelle Moore was recently interviewed by Greenhouse Grower Magazine about the supply chain challenges facing greenhouse suppliers and growers. Greenhouse growers saw a boom in sales during the last two years. As covid forced people to stay home, people flocked to garden centers to spruce up their living space. Additionally, record low interest … Continued
Solexx greenhouse covering is best option for Cannabis Don’t take it from us, here is what a Medical Marijuana grower says about using Solexx Greenhouse Covering for Cannabis production: “What if I told you there is a product out there that not only provides privacy for your outdoor garden, but does so while providing unsurpassed … Continued
Bringing your production costs down and receiving grant support to do that at the same time? Be aware that it is possible via the Rural Energy for America Program. But what does this program do? And is it also available for greenhouse growers, local growers or urban farmers that are not located in rural areas? … Continued
This customer used Solexx to make a walipini greenhouse with superior insulation. Follow the link here and scroll down when you get to this page to see the full album of images. View post on imgur.com I recently learned that “walipini” is a term derived from South America, and it means “a place of … Continued
Located in Oak Ridge, New Jersey this Solexx greenhouse covering customer designed his greenhouse in sections. He purchased metal hoop framing locally and attached Solexx covering in rolls to enclose his greenhouse structure. He cut out small doors leading to two separated units on each side of the main structure. This way he can isolate … Continued
Solexx greenhouse covering helps to provide both insulation and diffuse light for an ideal environment to grow. Follow a Canadian Solexx customers progress in his aquaponics greenhouse this year.
High tunnel greenhouses are an economical way to keep plants protected from the frost without the expense of adding heat. Typically high tunnel greenhouses are covered with poly film. This material offers a fair amount of protection from the frost and the elements, but it tears easily in strong winds. Additionally, the heavy snow tends … Continued