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™…

Odor Control for a Cannabis Greenhouse

View Our Greenhouses The following is an edited version of our article on cannabis odor control strategies for grow rooms and commercial greenhouses, published in High Times.   Why is greenhouse odor control important? Sweet, skunky, minty, fruity… the aroma of cannabis is an essential feature of the crop, and a key indication of characteristics…

Benefits of Growing Cannabis in a Sealed Hybrid Greenhouse

Strong odors from cannabis farms can annoy and result in complaints from nearby residents. Many growers struggling with this issue control the smell by spending lots of money on odor mitigation systems such as masking agents or filters. While this is one way to keep happy neighbors, we believe a better solution starts with the…