Articles for Farm Managers
Written for the people who keep vertical farms running day to day. Organized by topic — start wherever you need it most.
Nutrient Solution and Fertigation
- NFT vs. DFT in Hydroponics: How the Systems Differ and How to Choose
- Fundamentals of nutrient solution management: How to think about and measure EC, pH, and dissolved oxygen
- How to Make a Nutrient Solution with Straight Fertilizers: Blending, Preventing Precipitation, and Concentration Calculations in Practice
Light Environment
Temperature, Humidity, and HVAC
Growth Problems
Cultivation Process
- How to Build a Crop Schedule for a Vertical Farm: Designing Across Demand, Production, and Operations
- Hygiene Management in a Vertical Farm: A Practical Guide from Zoning to Cleaning
- Seeding in Hydroponics: Tips for Higher Germination Rates and Better Starts
- Transplanting and Final Planting in Vertical Farms: Practical Tips That Make or Break Profitability
- Harvesting in a Vertical Farm: From Fundamentals to Efficiency and Quality
- Post-Harvest Operations in Vertical Farms: Practical Tips for Weighing, Packaging, Inspection, and Shipping
Data Use
172 Hints to Boost Your Vertical Farm Profitability
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