Practice · 10 articles
Water regime is a key factor in intensive farming and a guarantee of high crop productivity. Proper organization of irrigation not only allows satisfying the biological needs of plants at different stages of the growing season but also optimizes the microclimate in greenhouses and increases the efficiency of nutrient uptake from soil or substrates. Controlling humidity directly influences the development of the root system, growth intensity, and the quality of the future harvest, both on an industrial scale and in home gardens.
In this collection, we have gathered materials covering a wide range of topics: from the operation of large "Volzhanka" sprinkler equipment to the creation of autonomous drip irrigation systems using a barrel. Readers will find detailed instructions on automating irrigation and ventilation in greenhouses, as well as learn how the water regime is interrelated with technologies for growing vegetable and ornamental crops, substrate preparation, and the application of mineral fertilizers. These articles will help agronomists and gardeners understand the engineering solutions and agrotechnical practices aimed at achieving maximum return from every hectare or garden bed.
Agrochemistry For students
Agrovitakva AVA complex fertilizer is a safe, nitrogen-free, long-acting agent, the effectiveness of which directly depends on soil temperature and plant root exudates. The article examines the key properties of this fertilizer and its application rates for a wide range of agricultural crops
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines technical solutions for automatic greenhouse ventilation using direct-acting regulators and provides practical recommendations for setting up a gravity-fed drip irrigation system to optimize plant water supply
Farm machinery For agronomists
The DKSh 64 Volzhanka irrigation machine is designed for efficient irrigation of field crops and pastures. The article describes in detail the design of the wings, the operation of the irrigation sprinklers, and the process of moving the unit using the engine
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
An attached greenhouse is a space that combines the functions of a veranda, an energy storage unit, and a vegetable garden. The article examines the stages of greenhouse management: from selecting low-maintenance crops to calculating the time required for agricultural operations
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The quality of seedlings determines the future yield of vegetable crops. The article describes professional techniques for transplanting seedlings and the practical technology of grafting cucumber onto pumpkin to improve plant immunity and endurance
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines the operating principle of a gravity-fed irrigation system with a siphon dispenser and the methodology for calculating water consumption for each plant. You will learn how to adjust the moisture supply intensity and ensure reliable system operation in a greenhouse
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
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
Agrochemistry For students
Growing season experiments with soil crops allow for a detailed study of soil fertility and fertilizer efficiency under controlled conditions. The article examines the specifics of the method, its key differences from field experiments, and the sequence of preparation for setting up the experiment
Floriculture For students
Efficient cultivation of flower crops requires an understanding of the biological light requirements of plants. The article examines the classification of species by light intensity and methods of managing their development through photoperiodism
