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.
Vegetable growing For students
Sunlight is a determining factor in the development of vegetable crops. The article examines the role of PAR spectral ranges and plant requirements for light intensity at different stages of the growing season
Vegetable growing For students
The temperature regime is a key factor in the metabolism and productivity of vegetable crops. The article presents a division of plants into five groups based on their heat requirements and ability to withstand critical temperature values
