Practice · 39 articles
Heating in protected ground is a key factor in the efficiency of agrotechnical measures, determining the viability of transplants and the future yield of vegetable and melon crops. Properly maintaining the temperature regime in greenhouses and hotbeds allows for mitigating climate risks, extending the season, and optimizing conditions for photosynthesis. The choice of heating method—ranging from biological to automated electric systems—requires a comprehensive approach that takes into account the structure's design, its location on the site, and the specific biological requirements of the plants being grown.
This selection brings together materials on the practical installation of heating and microclimate management systems. The articles cover the technical aspects of installing heating cables, designing water and furnace circuits, and using contact sensors to automate processes. In addition to engineering solutions, you will find recommendations on preparing substrates, selecting film covers, and the agrotechnical nuances of growing tomato, cabbage, and melon transplants. The materials will help systematize knowledge on creating a reliable thermal contour in greenhouses of any type: from small wall-mounted structures to industrial facilities.
Poultry For agronomists
The article examines the biological characteristics of amnion and allantois formation that ensure embryo viability, and also analyzes the advantages of a year-round incubation cycle in large-scale poultry farms
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Creating a home mini-greenhouse requires thorough preparation of the space, including its insulation and the organization of utility systems. The article examines the key requirements for the space and the most effective heating methods for maintaining a comfortable microclimate
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The bell pepper is a valuable crop, rich in vitamins and requiring a special approach when grown in protected soil. This article examines the biological characteristics of the plant, the necessary microclimate conditions, and the principles of selecting cultivars for greenhouses
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The article presents practical recommendations for planting cucumber seedlings in block and hangar greenhouses, including light intensity requirements, planting density, and formation methods for long-fruited parthenocarpic hybrids
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Spring temperature fluctuations often slow down the development of heat-loving crops. We examine how to properly accumulate daytime heat and use simple methods to maintain a stable microclimate in the greenhouse at night
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The tomato is a valuable food product, rich in antioxidants and vitamins. The article examines the nutritional qualities of the fruits, as well as important microclimate conditions and temperature regimes necessary for the development of this crop
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article discusses practical recommendations for assembling frame hotbeds using double film to protect thermophilic crops. You will learn about the features of the structure design, materials for the frame, and methods of sealing for effective plant heating
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines the main types of greenhouses — from lean-to to hangar-style — as well as the features of their internal layout and soil preparation. You will learn about various heating methods and the possibility of constructing simple manure-soil hotbeds for farm needs
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Adherence to agrotechnical timelines and rules of pre-sowing preparation is the key to obtaining strong pepper seedlings. The article provides a step-by-step guide on growing the crop from sowing seed to planting the plants in a permanent location
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines modern greenhouse designs and methods for their arrangement to grow organic vegetables. You will learn about material selection, heating methods, and harvest planning depending on climatic conditions
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
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Transplant quality and timing of planting depend on soil preparation technology. The article analyzes the features of soil tillage for different methods of growing seedlings, taking into account the intensity of greenhouse use
