Concept · 50 articles
Protected cropping is a high-tech sector of plant cultivation that allows for microclimate control and the creation of optimal conditions for the development of vegetable, melon, and flower crops regardless of external factors. Mastering these technologies ensures a stable harvest, early production, and the ability to provide plant protection against specific pathogens characteristic of closed cultivation systems.
This collection brings together expert materials on all stages of farm management: from the construction of hotbeds and soil steaming systems to the intricacies of mineral nutrition and hydroponic methods. Readers will find practical recommendations on the agrotechnics of growing transplants of tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and melons, as well as methods for controlling viral diseases and pests. The materials detail the organization of seasonal work, the use of biological agents for crop protection, and the specifics of flower crop cultivation, making this section a useful guide for both professional agronomists and greenhouse owners.
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
December in the greenhouse industry is a time for preparing for the upcoming season, maintaining equipment, and designing micro-gardens. The article provides plant care tips and reference data for efficient work planning
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines key factors for successful vegetable production in a protected environment: from light regime and heat management to providing plants with carbon dioxide. You will learn which crops are better suited for the winter period and how to increase the efficiency of hotbed farming
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines the development features of grey and black stem rot on cucumbers. You will learn about disease diagnostics and agrotechnical control measures to prevent epiphytotics in greenhouses
Plant protection For agronomists
Black leg is a dangerous disease of cucumber seedlings caused by soil-borne pathogens. The article describes the symptoms of seedling infection, sources of infection, and main control measures against rot pathogens in greenhouses
Plant protection For agronomists
Adherence to sanitary regulations and control of imported nursery plants are critical factors for protecting greenhouse crops from infections. The article describes basic personnel hygiene rules and safety measures for plant imports to prevent epidemics in a greenhouse.
Plant protection For agronomists
Local damage to crops in a greenhouse often indicates mistakes in care or structural defects. The article helps to identify the nature of diseases by the character of their spread and the location of symptoms on the plants
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines methods of protecting pepper in protected soil from anthracnose, root-knot nematodes, and the impact of chemical compounds. Preventive measures, agrotechnical practices, and specifics of fungicide application are described
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Rhubarb is an undemanding perennial crop that, with proper care, provides a stable harvest for up to 15 years. This article covers methods of vegetative and seed propagation, as well as important recommendations for forcing rhubarb in protected soil to accelerate the harvesting of petioles
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 gardeners
Eggplant is a heat-loving crop with a long growing season, requiring special attention to the state of the root system and growing conditions. This article covers the key stages of obtaining strong seedlings and preparing plants for planting in open and protected soil
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article describes the technology for growing early tomatoes: from soil preparation and planting transplants to bush formation and maintaining microclimate. Practical tips will help achieve high yield in protected soil
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
