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  • Basil cultivation: If white light is not strictly necessary in LED installations for grow lights, it is better to avoid it.

    Blog from Signify Why avoid white light in basil cultivation

    herbs light and lighting research and development

    If white light is not strictly necessary in LED installations for grow lights, it is better to avoid it. Compared to red and blue light, it does not add value to the crop, but energy consumption does go up. That’s the conclusion Signify has drawn after extensive testing with light recipes using...

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  • IPM Essen 2023 in Germany The big horticultural meeting at the end of January

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    The world's largest horticultural trade fair had to take a break for two years because of a small virus. Now the next edition of IPM Essen will start from 24 to 27 January 2023 - and expects many visitors from all over the world!

  • Basil does not appear to be positively affected by blue LED lighting in a similar way as previously researched results for leafy greens and fruits.

    Growing basil Additional blue light does not affect taste and crop quality

    herbs Indoor Farming light and lighting research and development

    Basil has been cultivated for centuries and is one of the most popular culinary herbs all over the world. The fresh flavor it offers cannot be matched by any other herb or spice, making this delicate plant an excellent choice to grow indoors. Unfortunately, basil leaves will turn black when they...

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