{"id":5995,"date":"2023-02-28T14:42:19","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T14:42:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heliospectra.com\/?p=5995"},"modified":"2024-10-15T12:07:38","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T12:07:38","slug":"supplemental-greenhouse-lighting-hacking-the-sun-to-grow-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heliospectra.com\/blog\/supplemental-greenhouse-lighting-hacking-the-sun-to-grow-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Supplemental Greenhouse Lighting &#8211; Hacking the Sun to Grow Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1856094561\">\n\n\n\t<div id=\"col-2045753692\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner text-center\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"row align-center\"  id=\"row-19823361\">\n\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1508707839\" class=\"col medium-2 small-6 large-2\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\" style=\"background-color:#6ebd8f;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t<div id=\"text-1887206214\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<p>Research<\/p>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1887206214 {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n#text-1887206214 > * {\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1508707839 > .col-inner {\n  border-radius: 34px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1308821341\" class=\"col medium-2 small-6 large-2\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\" style=\"background-color:#6ebd8f;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t<div id=\"text-4041748282\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<p>Articles<\/p>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-4041748282 {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n#text-4041748282 > * {\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1308821341 > .col-inner {\n  border-radius: 34px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<\/div>\n\t<div id=\"gap-687716460\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-687716460 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t<div id=\"text-1460956490\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Plants rely on sunlight for growth and development. Optimizing the light plants receive can be one of the most challenging factors for greenhouse crop production. Seasonal and daily changes to natural light mean growers need to supplement with the right light, in the right place, in the right quantity, at the right time. As with everything, there are pros and cons to supplemental greenhouse lighting strategies. But growers who are able to optimize the supplemental light they provide to plants can eliminate seasonal changes in production cycles, increase crop production, ensure crop consistency and grow quality plants year-round.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is Supplemental Greenhouse Lighting?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There are two key lighting components to consider in a greenhouse environment: the natural seasonal light levels in your facility and the daily light requirements of your crop. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gpnmag.com\/article\/maximizing-the-benefits-of-supplemental-lighting\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Supplemental greenhouse lighting<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is used to increase light levels at times when natural light is low, such as outside of daylight hours, over the winter season, and on gloomy summer days.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Supplemental lighting is a topic that concerns all greenhouse growers, but what are the pros and cons?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1460956490 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW232224402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW232224402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW232224402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Cons<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW232224402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">of<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW232224402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Supplemental<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW232224402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\"> Greenhouse Lighting<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW170888977 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n\t<div id=\"text-15781425\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<h6 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW170888977 BCX8\" lang=\"SV-SE\" xml:lang=\"SV-SE\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW170888977 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"><br \/>Pros<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170888977 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW170888977 BCX8\"><span class=\"SCXW170888977 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><br class=\"SCXW170888977 BCX8\" \/><\/span><\/h6>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-15781425 {\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  color: #6ebd8f;\n}\n#text-15781425 > * {\n  color: #6ebd8f;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Meeting Your Target Daily Light Integral (DLI)\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">For most crops, there is a linear relationship between the total amount of light your plants receive and their growth. The daily light integral (DLI) is the sum of all photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) received by plants over the course of a 24-hour day. DLI is measured in moles of photons (mols) per square meter per day. Generally, the more photons \u2013 or the higher DLI \u2013 plants receive, the better the overall quality and production rates of plants.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many greenhouse growers are choosing LEDs for their supplemental lighting to increase DLI and eliminate seasonal shifts in light. This helps them increase year-round yields and keep production output stable for their customers. Andrew Fuller, Technical Director, at the UK\u2019s <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bridge Farm Group<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, noted:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cSupplemental LED lighting allows us to provide the freshest and most flavourful herbs on the market 365 days a year despite seasonal changes.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:510}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s important to note that each plant species has an optimal light intensity above which light absorption and photosynthesis are not as efficient. Your lighting provider should map out a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heliospectra-led.typeform.com\/to\/Gc22OfqN\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">greenhouse lighting plan<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> that considers the needs of all your individual crops.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Year-Round Production<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">With supplemental lighting, you are not bound to the seasons. Even in the dead of winter, with a high-quality LED grow light you can mimic ideal summer growing conditions. This will help you grow more plants faster and fit more grow cycles into a year, driving more profit for your business.<\/span><br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Enhanced Spectrum and Variable Spectrum Control<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Light works in synergy and the spectra in your supplemental lighting can help you achieve different goals at different phases of growth, from root establishment to plant finishing. HPS lighting, however, has a fixed spectrum and is not necessarily optimized for PAR and plant cultivation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Intelligent LED lighting<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and variable spectra controls can deliver the right light intensity (quantity), in the right ratio of wavelengths (quality), tuned to the DLI of your choosing (duration), and focused evenly on your plants (distribution). By harnessing these 4 key light properties, today\u2019s grow facilities are ensuring optimal light exposure for their crops.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1084829223\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1084829223 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t<div id=\"text-1947111018\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<h6><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW57006402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Cons<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW57006402 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">:<br \/><br \/><\/span><\/h6>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1947111018 {\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  text-align: left;\n  color: #6ebd8f;\n}\n#text-1947111018 > * {\n  color: #6ebd8f;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Upfront and Operating Costs<\/span><\/b> \u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"none\">There is an upfront cost to adding supplemental greenhouse lighting, as well as the operating costs of running your lights day-to-day. There are, however, a few ways to mitigate those costs.<\/span>\u00a0<br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rebates &amp; Incentives<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"none\">Generous rebates and incentives are being offered to growers who implement energy-efficient LEDs. These funds are being provided by government and utility organizations to encourage the switch from traditional lighting. They can help drive down the purchase price and considerably shorten your buy-back period. You may be surprised by the size of the rebates and incentives currently on offer. Download our eBook for<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heliospectra.com\/blog\/canadian-rebates-and-energy-savings\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Canada<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to find out what\u2019s available to you.<\/span>\u00a0<br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Energy Savings<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/energysaver\/save-electricity-and-fuel\/lighting-choices-save-you-money\/led-lighting\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">US Department of Energy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> acknowledges that \u201cLED is a highly energy-efficient lighting technology and has the potential to fundamentally change the future of lighting \u2026.\u201d LEDs use less wattage than HPS for a higher or similar level of light, leading to direct energy savings. Additionally, LEDs radiate very little heat, so energy isn\u2019t wasted on cooling the space and plants. Crops also transpire less under LEDs, so dehumidification requirements are reduced. A combination of these factors helped US cannabis producer, Experience Organics, achieve a 50% reduction in energy costs with Heliospectra LED lighting and controls.<\/span>\u00a0<br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Maintenance<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unlike natural sunlight streaming through your greenhouse windows, HPS or LED lighting will need some maintenance and upkeep. While LEDs have a lifetime rating of over 50,000 hours, HPS lamps have a life expectancy of 24,000 hours and can experience a loss of efficacy within as little as 5,000 hours.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">When it comes to cleaning, our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/heliospectra.com\/led-grow-lights\/mitra-x\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">MITRA<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is IP66 rated and can be quickly hosed down, saving you time and effort, while HPS lamps and reflectors require regular, careful cleaning. Plus, LEDs don\u2019t require bulb, ballast, or driver replacements, further driving down costs and using fewer consumables.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"text-547685216\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Summary<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">While supplementing the light in your greenhouse is necessary to account for daily and seasonal changes to the sunlight hitting your plants, the right supplemental greenhouse lighting can make all the difference when it comes to uninterrupted, high-quality crop production. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Greenbelt Microgreens<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> experienced \u201can immediate 13% increase in yield\u201d with Heliospectra LEDs, according to their Head Grower, Alice Farris, while keeping \u201cproduction cycles similar from summer to winter.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Want to learn more about using supplemental lighting to improve your crops and increase year-round production?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-547685216 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1504121627\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1504121627 {\n  padding-top: 10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n<\/div>\n\t<div id=\"gap-534768048\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-534768048 {\n  padding-top: 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