Practice · 28 articles
Growing technology is the foundation of the agronomic process, determining crop productivity and production profitability. For the agronomist and the dedicated gardener, a deep understanding of agricultural techniques allows for control over plant development at every stage: from the selection of the substrate and seed treatment to the management of the microclimate in protected ground. A systematic approach to raising seedlings and choosing a cultivation method, whether it be tray technology, hydroponics, or the use of organic substrates, directly influences the viability of nursery plants, the timing of the harvest, and the minimization of risks during transplanting.
This collection gathers materials covering key aspects of modern plant production. Readers will find professional recommendations on the preparation of soil mixtures and the organization of nurseries for small farms, the specifics of growing vegetable, flower, and melon crops, as well as expert advice on working with greenhouse complexes. We examine both traditional methods of seedling production and high-tech methods, such as automated nutrient supply in hydroponics or growing on straw substrates. These articles will serve as a practical guide for those who strive to optimize processes and improve the quality of produce in home conditions or on professional sites.
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
A practical guide to growing cucurbit crops in protected soil conditions. The article contains recommendations on soil preparation, microclimate management under plastic covers, and efficient planting schemes
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
High-quality seedlings are the foundation of a future tomato harvest. The article presents optimal sowing dates, temperature regimes, requirements for feeding area, and proven top dressing schemes for obtaining sturdy plants
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 agronomists
A practical guide to growing transplants at home using sowing on snow, pricking out into small containers, and the film tube method. The article contains recommendations on supplemental lighting, creating conditions for root development, and preparing plants for planting into the soil
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The article presents development standards for high-quality tomato transplants without picking and a step-by-step instruction on applying the energy-saving fluid sowing method in greenhouses. You will learn how to prepare soil, fertilizer, and seed to reduce the time to emergence
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
Leeks have a long growing season, which is why they are grown through transplants or as a biennial crop. This article covers the nuances of seed sowing, trench preparation, and the agrotechnics of stem blanching to obtain a succulent harvest.
Viticulture For agronomists
Transitioning to high-trunk viticulture requires the use of specialized planting material. The article discusses effective technological solutions for forming nursery plants with a ready-made trunk in greenhouse and open soil conditions
Viticulture For agronomists
The method of growing own-rooted nursery plants in film greenhouses allows obtaining high-quality planting material within one growing season. The technology excludes the use of a nursery bed and ensures a high yield of top-grade plants.
Crop production For students
The article describes the biological differences between winter, spring, and facultative crops, as well as key agrotechnical factors determining successful overwintering and crop productivity. You will learn how the depth of the tillering node and the nutrient regime influence plant development
Vegetable growing For students
The article examines the technology of vegetable crop transplants production using the ebb-and-flow method on UGS-4 hydroponic shelving units. It describes the complex components, equipment requirements, and recommendations for selecting containers to ensure an efficient growing process
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
