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Growing a high-quality and high-yielding winter crop isn’t an easy feat. Supplementary lighting is crucial for growers looking to produce through the winter months, as it allows the plants to continue to photosynthesize and grow as if they were in a higher light environment.
LEDs have become more popular in recent years, with growers installing new systems, or switching (either partially or fully) from their conventional HPS to an LED system. With incentives from both federal and provincial governments, as well as the advanced customization options that LEDs can offer, Dr. Jason Lanoue, a greenhouse research biologist at the Harrow Research and Development Centre in Ontario, says beyond the necessity of light for a successful crop, growers are also recognizing how a truly dynamic lighting system can provide maximum profitability.
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