CropObserver

CropObserver offers growers more insight into a plant’s growth process

Growers are, of course, keen to ensure that their crops grow as optimally and quickly as possible. An efficient – or more efficient –
WUR research demonstrates natural genetic variation photosynthesis

WUR research demonstrates natural genetic variation photosynthesis

Researchers at Wageningen University & Research recently discovered a natural genetic variation for photosynthesis in plants, and have traced this all the way down
If sweet pepper plants receive a high dose of CO2 over a long period in the winter, they get used to the high level. That produces “lazy” leaves

Sweet pepper growers can get by with less CO2 in winter

Sweet peppers can manage with 800 ppm CO2 in the winter months. Supplying more than that doesn’t boost photosynthesis: in fact, the sweet pepper
Because it plays a role in so many processes, potassium is sometimes referred to as the quality element.

Potassium, the major organiser in numerous plant processes

No potassium no plant: A huge number of processes are dependent on this element. Luckily, hardly any problems occur because the plant is good
Light induction influences production of compounds and plant physiology

Light induction influences production of compounds and plant physiology

Light is more than just the big mechanism behind photosynthesis. Parts of the light spectrum, or simply more or less light, influence the development
Understanding photosynthesis important for CO2 dosing and lighting

Understanding photosynthesis important for CO2 dosing and lighting

It used to be rare to come across plants that bind CO2 mainly at night: CAM plants. But it’s no longer an exception in