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The document provides detailed guidelines on how to properly rehydrate unrooted cuttings (URCs) in a greenhouse, discussing the importance of temperature checks, creating hydration conditions, and implementing effective rehydration strategies such as dipping cuttings in water and applying fog.
The document provides technical recommendations for managing petunia and calibrachoa crops, focusing on monitoring and managing soil pH and electrical conductivity (EC), and checking for viral diseases.
The document provides best management practices for handling pelleted seeds, emphasizing the importance of proper watering techniques to ensure successful germination and avoid common mistakes.
The document discusses the importance of water quality in crop growth, how it influences fertilizer choice and plant growth, and emphasizes regular testing of irrigation water, particularly in agricultural settings.
The document discusses the importance of monitoring water pH and Sodium Adsorption Ratio (SAR) in irrigation water for crop culture decisions and potential challenges due to sodium levels, suggesting regular tests and treatments if necessary.
The document discusses the importance of water quality in irrigation, focusing on soluble salts and macro & micronutrients, and how they affect plant growth and fertilizer selection.
The document discusses the management of pH in container production, focusing on the role of water alkalinity, lime in soil, and fertilizer in maintaining appropriate pH levels to prevent iron deficiency in crops.
The document provides detailed instructions on how to maintain and calibrate injectors used for fertilizer applications and insecticide or fungicide treatments in crop growing, emphasizing the importance of regular checks and servicing.
The document emphasizes the importance of understanding water quality in floriculture production, discussing the impact of water on crop growth, the need for regular water testing, and the differences between types of water tests.
The document discusses the occurrence of edema on tomato plants, a condition where cells explode due to excess water uptake in conditions of high relative humidity and cool temperatures, leading to white piles on stems.
The document discusses the issue of leaf curl in impatiens plants, its causes such as high humidity and soil moisture, and provides strategies for managing and preventing the disorder.
The document provides guidelines on how to increase the rooting success of high essential oil crops by properly hydrating the cuttings before and after sticking, and maintaining a high humidity environment.
The document provides detailed guidelines for successful fall pansy planting, emphasizing the importance of using cool water, maintaining appropriate pH and temperature, and applying specific fertilizers and fungicides.
The document provides an explanation for Begonia crop issues such as curly leaves and odd flower forms, attributing them to edema and low B/Ca due to high relative humidity, and offers tips to avoid these problems.
The document discusses the issue of yellowing and dwarfism in Alyssum plants, attributing it to overwatering and potential Pythium infection, and provides advice on maintaining appropriate moisture levels post-germination.
The document discusses the importance of regular alkalinity testing in water for plant quality, the effects of varying alkalinity levels, and recommends the use of in-house alkalinity test kits for frequent and cost-effective testing.
The document discusses the importance of regular alkalinity testing in water for plant quality, the effects of varying alkalinity levels, and recommends the use of in-house alkalinity test kits for frequent and cost-effective testing.
The document discusses the issue of tip abortion in Impatiens walleriana, suggesting it could be due to a lack of boron or excess water, and advises ensuring sufficient micronutrients in the fertilization program and avoiding excess moisture.