Practice · 38 articles
Plant cover is a key agricultural technique that allows for the effective management of the microclimate and protection of crops from adverse external factors. The use of various structures, ranging from small-sized film tunnels and individual cloches to permanent greenhouses and hotbeds, makes it possible to significantly accelerate the ripening of vegetables, increase yield, and provide reliable protection against frosts, pests, and the scorching sun. Knowledge of the specifics of material selection, whether modern agrotextile fabrics or traditional hotbed frames and straw mats, helps the agronomist optimize the growing process in protected soil.
This selection contains expert materials covering the entire spectrum of plant cover technologies. The reader will find here recommendations for DIY construction of simple structures, reviews of modern heating and thermal insulation systems, as well as specialized advice on growing various crops: from early radishes and cucumbers to eggplants. In addition to applied methodologies, the articles cover issues of industrial viticulture and the history of the development of the protected soil sector, which allows for the systematization of knowledge on effective methods for increasing the productivity of land plots and creating optimal conditions for the development of horticultural crops.
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
Using small-sized plastic covers allows for accelerating vegetable ripening and significantly increasing yield. The article examines the features of constructing frameless and arch structures for the protection of crops and seedlings
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The use of frameless covers and hotbeds allows for the creation of an optimal microclimate for early vegetables. These methods help increase soil temperature and significantly accelerate the maturation of the harvest
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article describes the main types of frame structures for garden beds and analyzes the properties of modern materials, including polymer films and non-woven agrotextiles, for effective crop protection
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Individual covers are an effective way to protect individual plants from adverse weather conditions. The article describes in detail simple DIY options for constructing cones, frames, and cylinders from accessible materials for your garden bed
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
Practical tips for cultivating eggplants in a film hotbed. You will learn how to properly plant transplants, protect plants from bad weather and pests, and ensure quality top dressing for a rich harvest
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
High-quality hotbed frames and reliable cover mats are the foundation of efficient crop cultivation. The article examines the technical standards for frame assembly and methods for producing insulating straw mats and alternative materials.
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
Growing cucumbers on straw substrates allows for increased yield in unheated greenhouses due to the natural heating of the soil and the enrichment of air with carbon dioxide. The article examines in detail two methods of bed preparation and fertilizer application rates to ensure optimal growth conditions.
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article discusses agrotechnical methods for cultivating asparagus lettuce and radish in greenhouses and hotbeds. Study the recommendations on soil preparation, seedling care, and optimal irrigation regimes to achieve high yield
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The author shares professional experience in the development of the protected ground industry and recalls the work on the first recommendations for growing vegetables and transplants under film covers. The article covers the historical development of greenhouses in the research environment
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Agrotextile is a safe non-woven material that creates an optimal microclimate for plant growth. It protects crops from frosts, pests, and the scorching sun, ensuring efficient crop care in any garden plot
Vegetable growing For gardeners
A practical guide to growing tomatoes in film greenhouses using manure biofuel. The article covers methods of bed preparation, plant spacing schemes, rules for stem training, and temperature regimes for obtaining an early harvest
Vegetable growing For gardeners
The article describes the main stages of tomato seedling care in protected soil, including methods of non-pricking cultivation and microclimate regulation. You will learn about proper irrigation regimes, application of mineral top dressing and the importance of night temperature reduction for plant development
