The Canadian Center for Horticultural Innovation, located in Leamington, Ontario, is at the forefront of horticultural research and development. The center recently announced a collaboration with Sollum Technologies to explore dynamic lighting options for greenhouse cultivation. This partnership marks a significant step forward in the use of advanced technologies to improve farming practices and maximize yields.
Dynamic lighting systems, such as Sollum’s innovative smart LED solution, offer unprecedented flexibility and efficiency compared to traditional lighting methods. By dynamically adjusting the spectrum and intensity of light, these systems can mimic natural sunlight, providing crops with ideal growing conditions throughout the day and at different stages of development. Moreover, features such as spectral compensation and auto-dimming provide optimal light levels while minimizing energy consumption, making them an environmentally friendly choice for greenhouse growers.
The decision to test Sollum’s dynamic lighting system reflects the Center for Horticultural Innovation’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of agricultural innovation. Matt Korpan, the center’s executive director of research and development, highlights the potential of dynamic lighting to revolutionize greenhouse growing. “Dynamic lighting appeals to us because of its flexibility and ability to create an endless variety of product types,” he states. “We’re excited to test it in our research greenhouse and see how well it optimizes yield.”
Sam Soltaninejad, chief horticulture specialist at Sollum Technologies, is confident in the effectiveness of their solution. “Our solution is designed to work seamlessly with surrounding greenhouse technologies,” he explains. “Once the Center for Horticultural Innovation tests our lights and SUN as a service platform on particularly challenging crops like strawberries, they will want to integrate our products.”
As the agricultural industry continues to evolve, the adoption of innovative technologies such as dynamic lighting is essential to improve productivity, sustainability and profitability. Thanks to collaborative efforts between research institutions and technology providers, such as the partnership between the Canadian Center for Horticultural Innovation and Sollum Technologies, the future of greenhouse growing looks brighter than ever.
Ongoing trials at the Canadian Center for Horticultural Innovation highlight the key role dynamic lighting solutions will play in shaping the future of greenhouse agriculture. By harnessing the power of advanced technologies such as smart LED systems, growers can achieve higher yields, optimize resource use and contribute to a more sustainable agricultural ecosystem. As the industry evolves, continued research and innovation will be key to unlocking the full potential of greenhouse growing.
