even faster than I had expected”
- Ben van den Beuken
When they began building the Siberia BV facilities, Van Dijck and Willemssen were committed to creating an efficient and eco-friendly greenhouse. Siberia BV’s 9 hectare greenhouse would be used to grow lettuce and leafy greens. Challenge was to meet the increasing demand for fresh produce in the winter period.
The co-owners first considered using HPS (high pressure sodium) lighting, but Philips proposed using LED instead. With LEDs, growers can go to higher light levels, which are really needed for growing lettuce and they can produce more in the winter. LEDs also produce less radiant heat, so there are fewer quality issues with tip burn and inconsistent growth.
PSKW
The PSKW researches the practical uses of LED lighting that cultivate lettuce by means of hydroculture.
Nurmitarhat Oy
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Ecobain Gardens
Philips LEDs for horticulture supports city farming success at Ecobain Gardens for indoor growing of fresh leafy greens
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