Greenhouse cannabis growers face a unique set of challenges when balancing lighting, heating, and overall environmental control. As growers increasingly seek out light-emitting diode (LED) lighting systems amid rising energy costs, stringent regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals shaping cultivation practices, one notable drawback is the reduced infrared radiation they emit compared to high-pressure sodium (HPS) lamps that many operators rely upon for supplemental light intensity.
Less infrared from LEDs means cooler leaf surfaces, which can slow transpiration unless compensated by environmental controls or supplemental forms of heating.
In this month’s exclusive special report, the experts at Thrive Agritech provide key considerations and solutions for how greenhouse cannabis cultivators can maintain optimal leaf surface temperature while leveraging LED efficiency, with a special focus on intracanopy or under-canopy lighting.
The report explores:
- The Role of Radiant Heat in Cannabis Production
- The Challenge of Switching to LED Horticulture Lighting
- Intracanopy and Under-Canopy Lighting Strategies
- Energy Efficiency and Operational Considerations
- Environmental Management and VPD
- Practical Steps for Implementation
- Incorporating LED Lighting Without Sacrificing Plant Transpiration
- Future Outlook for Greenhouse LED Use
This report is available through March only—Get it while it’s here!