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The influence of irrigation system on drain water disinfecti [...]

In most cases the choice of irrigation system will be determined by the crop and growing method. For example, salad crops grown on stonewool [...]

Water sources in horticulture: Quality, availability, and tr [...]

Water is the lifeblood of every greenhouse business. It is not only essential for the growth and health of crops, but also plays a major rol [...]

Why water treatment is essential for plant health

Plants need more than just light and nutrients to grow—they also require clean and healthy water. However, water can contain bacteria, fungi [...]

ErfGoed tests AirFlow at Koppert Cress

Since the fall of 2024, a unique practical trial with ErfGoed’s AirFlow system has been underway in the Broeikas of Division Q / Koppert Cre [...]

Why disinfect drain water with ultrafiltration?

The health of plants starts with clean water. In greenhouse horticulture, reusing drain water is a sustainable practice that not only reduce [...]

Biosensors are transforming plant health management

Biosensors can help strengthen plants by detecting early signs of stress, stagnating growth, or looming threats from diseases and fungi. Whi [...]

Water in ornamental horticulture: opportunities and challeng [...]

Water management plays a crucial role in ornamental horticulture and is a key factor in sustainability goals and cost control. In both Europ [...]

Fertilization can contribute to improved plant resilience

Plant resilience is a hot topic. This is not without reason: the availability of crop protection products is declining, while buyers and con [...]

More frequent watering with peat-free substrate

The transition to peat-free cultivation is a significant topic in the horticultural sector. However, this shift brings new challenges, parti [...]

Using AI for sustainable and resilient cultivation

Greenhouse horticulture stands on the brink of a technological revolution. While growers work daily to ensure the health of their crops, new [...]

A balanced plant: The foundation for healthy growth

Creating optimal conditions for crops is a challenge every grower faces. However, plants possess a strong natural ability to maintain their [...]

Flying eyes over the crops for optimal plant health

As you walk through the greenhouse, surrounded by the soft hum of fans, a bright orange drone whizzes above the green sea of plants. This ti [...]

A resilient plant thanks to a stable microclimate

A healthy plant is crucial for successful cultivation, and one of the most influential factors in this success is the microclimate. This spe [...]

Delivery of impressive basin in Canada

ErfGoed, a leading specialist in cultivation floors and water management, has partnered with Albers Alligator to deliver the largest water b [...]

A proper substrate ensures a healthy plant

When cultivating plants, factors such as light, water, and nutrients are often considered, but the impact of the substrate is frequently und [...]

ErfGoed strengthens team with key changes

ErfGoed has recently made some changes within its team. Machiel Paans, who has been responsible for sales for many years with great enthusia [...]

7 factors that influence plant resilience

Plant health is affected by various external factors, which can either strengthen or weaken a plant's vitality. While growers have control o [...]

A forklift could be the Ideal Internal Transport Solution fo [...]

Many tree and potted plant growers are incorporating forklifts into their internal transportation systems. According to Prins Maasdijk, this [...]

Fixed conveyor belts bring labor savings, calm, and structur [...]

Due to rising labor costs, an increasing number of North American growers are exploring automation options. Consequently, WPS has identified [...]

Choice of conveyor belt type depends on business and cultiva [...]

Labor is becoming increasingly scarce worldwide. Consequently, more growers are opting for automation, investing in either fixed or mobile c [...]

Be prepared for the future! Invest in good-quality irrigatio [...]

Water is becoming scarcer. Not only during dry periods but also in general. Due to factors such as population growth, higher living standard [...]

Steve Evans, the new agent for ErfGoed in the United Kingdom

ErfGoed is happy to announce that Steve Evans has started as an agent for ErfGoed Floors in the UK. Steve has his own business, SNRG Structu [...]

ErfGoed turns WaterSystems into a dedicated department

Water determines the success of greenhouse and nursery crops: without water, plants won't grow, and without plants, there is no business. Ma [...]

PathWay and Trolley Tracks: When should you choose which log [...]

Do you work with Danish trolleys (CC trolleys) to 'pick' plants from your ErfGoedFloor? ErfGoed offers various logistics solutions to make t [...]

Creating the Best Growing Condition in the Nursery: 4 Key Ti [...]

As a shrub or perennial grower, you can't control the outdoor climate. However, you can influence the microclimate around your plants, which [...]

3 Irrigation systems for nurseries

The choice of irrigation system can significantly impact your operations and product quality, so it's crucial to choose the right one. We'll [...]

Combatting Soil and Plant Fungus in Perennials: 6 Essential [...]

Soil and plant fungus can pose significant challenges in cultivating potted nursery products. The pivotal question is how nursery operators [...]

Growing without additional labor with smart logistics: 3 tip [...]

The labor scarcity is increasing, even in the nursery and perennial plant industry. Automating and/or properly organizing logistics and proc [...]

How do you smartly build the future of your nursery?

To ensure a healthy future for your nursery and business, it's crucial to have clear direction. In other words, put a dot on the horizon tow [...]

The Quality and Risks of 4 Water Sources for Growers

Growers in their nurseries use water from various sources. Rainwater is the most common, but in addition, they also use well water, tap wate [...]

The Airflow system enables energy savings and improved crop [...]

The innovative Airflow system by ErfGoed offers energy savings opportunities and can significantly lower crop temperatures. This benefits cr [...]

4 Irrigation Systems in Horticulture: Choosing the Right Met [...]

The method of watering plays a crucial role in the quality of your crops. It affects logistics, labor, overall costs, and the constant high [...]

Irrigation systems for growers: Ebb and flow system versus s [...]

When maintaining a consistent product quality, picking the right irrigation system is key. You've got a few options, like ebb and flow syste [...]

Greenhouse Irrigation systems: Ebb and flow system versus wa [...]

Choosing the right irrigation system is crucial to deliver consistent and good product quality. There are numerous choices in this regard; e [...]

Irrigation systems: Ebb and flow system versus drip irrigati [...]

To ensure the delivery of consistent and exceptional product quality, selecting the appropriate irrigation system becomes paramount. With a [...]

How do you make sure irrigation water is guaranteed to be cl [...]

In addition to sufficient irrigation water, it is also crucial that you have access to clean irrigation water at all times. ErfGoed is happy [...]

How do you survive dry periods as a grower? 4 important tips [...]

The climate is changing, and dry periods are becoming more frequent, putting pressure on water availability for the agricultural sector. And [...]

Filtering irrigation water: when do you choose which techniq [...]

Clean, high-quality irrigation water is a must for good crop growth. To use water of high quality, it is often necessary to filter it. But w [...]

Supply security of growers at risk!

As a grower, you want to be a reliable supplier for your customers and deliver the best quality product. Having access to high-quality irrig [...]

6 challenges for growers; the greenhouse floor as a solution

Running a growing operation in the year 2023 is no mean feat. As an entrepreneur, you face more and more challenges. Here we look at some of [...]

'Aerated floor' offers opportunities for a better-growing cl [...]

An ebb-and-flow floor heats and cools by means of hoses under the floor. With the injection of air, the air around the crop is heated or coo [...]

Benches versus ErfGoedFloor: the 7 main differences

Are you searching for a new surface for your greenhouse or outdoor field? Then you're looking for information not only about the price but a [...]

Ground Cover versus ErfGoedFloor: the 7 main differences

Choosing a new cultivation floor or surface for your greenhouse or outdoor field is difficult; numerous options exist. For example, you can [...]

Greenhouse flooring: Dutch Container Systems versus an ErfGo [...]

Choosing a new surface/floor for your greenhouse or outdoor field is not easy; numerous options exist. Our white paper "Ranking the greenhou [...]

Greenhouse floors: Concrete floor versus ErfGoedFloor [12 po [...]

Do you plan to build a new greenhouse or take over an existing operation? Or are you currently experiencing too much failure? Does it someti [...]

A new greenhouse floor or system: 5 crucial points to consid [...]

Suppose you are investing in a new cultivation floor or cultivation environment. In that case, you naturally want to maximize your investmen [...]

ErfGoed in the Horticulture leaders podcast | Rhyzone

6 reasons to buy/renovate a new greenhouse floor or outdoor [...]

If you are expanding, replacing, or renovating certain parts of your growing areas, investing in a new cultivation floor or system makes sen [...]

Stop algae growth at your nursery- 6 important tips!

If your plants are growing well, algae will also grow well. This is because algae - like plants - love water, light, nutrition, and temperat [...]

Measuring water quality: the how, what, and why!

'To measure is knowing, to guess is missing.' And that is precisely why we measure so much; we want to base our decisions on facts! Entrepre [...]

11 practical tips to save water in horticulture

In many parts of the world, there is a water shortage. In recent years, real water shortages are occurring more frequently and in more count [...]

Why is water the most important subject for growers in the c [...]

Recently this video was published. It shows (on 14.24) how the drought border in North America is moving more and more to the West (and East [...]

7 points of interest for water management in horticulture

Water is becoming an increasingly relevant issue for the horticultural sector. Therefore, it is important to be well prepared and know what [...]

Irrigation in the nursery; how much water do I need?

Not having enough water is disastrous for crop growth. Every grower knows that. But when do you have enough water? As an entrepreneur, you l [...]

Water, the theme of the future!

ErfGoed has published a new white paper on the theme of water. A topic that will be increasingly prominent on the agenda in the coming years [...]

Recorded webinar: 'Don’t miss the advantages of the right cu [...]

We believe the most natural way of growing plants is on the floor. It's important to create and control the microclimate around the pot and [...]

Cor Bremmer joins ErfGoed as Head of Commerce

ErfGoed is happy to announce that Cor Bremmer -former Commercial Director at Beekenkamp Plants Ornamentals- joins the company. Born in a gro [...]

Root rot under the microscope: 7 important tips

Phytophthora, Pythium, Chalara Elegans, Fusarium and Rhizoctonia have one thing in common: these fungi affect the plant's roots. In this cas [...]

The three balances of the plant

As a grower, you want to create the perfect conditions, for optimal plant growth. But the key is not to overdo it, the authors of the Plant [...]

Watch recorded webinar: ‘How to manage the demand of water i [...]

Water is essential in horticulture. It is vital to have a supply of quality water in the dry seasons, but water is also needed in cold weath [...]

The impact of a preventive cultivation strategy on the plant [...]

Kirsten Leiss spoke about the impact of sustainable growing on plant health. What impact does a resilient plant have on the environment? Wha [...]

Jack Ford Sales Manager USA

We are excited to announce Jack Ford to the role of Sales Manager USA. Jack will work to strengthen the company’s presence of the unique Erf [...]

Final report on chrysanthemum trial available on video

ErfGoed and Van Iperen have released a video in conclusion to the trial with chrysanthemums on a cultivation floor. Research leader Cock van [...]