Greenhouse of the future pushes high tech plant growth
At the Westlake 1986 conference, 150 operators and researchers explored hydroponics, climate control by computer, carbon dioxide dosing, energy curtains, and movable supports. Vendors showcased irrigation automation and insect-based pest control while discussing costs and benefits for U.S. growers.
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