Crop condensation can create favourable conditions for diseases and affect plant health. To prevent it, growers need to understand the relationship between greenhouse humidity, dew point and the temperature of the plant and fruits.

Maintaining the right water balance starts with understanding what is happening in the root zone. Continuous measurements of water content, EC and temperature help growers respond to the actual needs of the crop and anticipate changes before corrective action is needed.

By finding the right balance between the sugars produced and consumed, growers can create healthier, more resilient crops while maximizing the plant’s use of available light.

This article explores the important role of energy balance in the greenhouse and how the crop and greenhouse release the large amounts of energy they receive from sunlight and artificial lighting.