We actually use a 22hr/2hr light/dark cycle. This generates healthier plants and was chosen over a continuous photoperiod to support functional expression of circadian clock genes
This is a promising work and can trigger the next revolution in agriculture. But how do you plan to get all the electricity required for the lamps? Won't this technique increase the carbon footprint of crops?
We are in the process of converting our sodium vapor lamps to advanced LED lighting, which significantly reduces operating costs, both for lights but also temperature control because they generate a lot less heat. It's an exciting time because of the advances in LED and renewable energy!
Won't it disturb the Circadian Rhythm of the plant?
We actually use a 22hr/2hr light/dark cycle. This generates healthier plants and was chosen over a continuous photoperiod to support functional expression of circadian clock genes
This is a promising work and can trigger the next revolution in agriculture. But how do you plan to get all the electricity required for the lamps? Won't this technique increase the carbon footprint of crops?
We are in the process of converting our sodium vapor lamps to advanced LED lighting, which significantly reduces operating costs, both for lights but also temperature control because they generate a lot less heat. It's an exciting time because of the advances in LED and renewable energy!
Can we use the lights only during night and there by reducing the electricity costs?
@@gomathid559 That is a good question. Then the next question is how much light (pars) is needed per sqm?