Why Switching to ETFE Greenhouse Glazing Outshines Supplemental LED Lights for Higher Yields and Revenue

In the ever-expanding industry of commercial cannabis cultivation, growers are constantly searching for innovative ways to maximize their yields and deliver premium-quality products to stay competitive in the market. One crucial factor that significantly influences crop productivity for greenhouse growers is the availability and quality (which is dependent on glazing material) of natural sunlight. Cannabis…

Revolutionizing Cannabis Cultivation in Minnesota: The Sealed Greenhouse Advantage – A Game-Changer in Energy Efficiency, Profitability, and More!

Minnesota recently legalized recreational cannabis - giving growers in the state the green light to apply for cultivation licenses and plan their grow facility design. In order for Minnesotan growers to be successful in the new market it’s important that they pursue innovative solutions to maximize their profits while minimizing their operational costs. That’s why…

5 Advantages of Greenhouse Automation for a Commercial Cannabis Operation

The controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry is steadily advancing every day, especially in the fields of greenhouse automation and control systems. Growers are integrating different technologies that are helping them to improve plant health, boost yields and be more energy-efficient. In this article we will give an overview on greenhouse automation and also provide five…

How to Choose an Energy-Efficient HVAC System

If you choose to grow in a controlled environment, like a greenhouse or warehouse, one of the most important equipment decisions you will make is deciding on the right HVAC(D) system. In this blog we will discuss what makes an HVAC(D) system energy-efficient and why you should consider an energy-efficient HVAC system for your operation.…

Greenhouse Dehumidification Systems for Vented and Sealed Commercial Greenhouses

In this blog we will discuss greenhouse dehumidification and different dehumidification methods that commercial growers can utilize for their vented or sealed greenhouse space to maintain a healthy and successful grow operation. Before we jump in to discussing dehumidification, let’s first make sure we have a basic understanding of plant transpiration.    What is transpiration?…

Ceres Schematic Design- Bringing your commercial greenhouse facility from idea to reality

Successful commercial grow facility design is no small task. From site surveying, budgeting, engineering, procuring materials, coordinating construction, and commissioning systems, there are many minds and hands involved.    Our most complex and involved greenhouse projects are that of our SunChamber™ designs (our sealed grow room design). Building a SunChamber™ involves integration of our EcoLoop™…

Holistic Integrated Pest Management for Cannabis Grows

Let’s talk Integrated Pest Management, otherwise known as IPM.  Ceres’ Sunny Kaercher “sat down” virtually with Dan Banks of Lightshade to discuss the basics of IPM. You can find a video interview here. In an effort to make this information more accessible we created a summary of their discussion about Integrated Pest Management and how…