In the realm of controlled environment agriculture (CEA), the quest for precision in light spectrum application has become paramount for achieving optimal crop yields and quality. Recent advancements in plant cultivation research have shed light on the remarkable benefits of far-red light(IR, below IR refers to Far Red) for various crops, offering compelling evidence that aligns with the capabilities of our IR spectrum TB830 3 bar toplight solution.
Scientific studies have demonstrated that supplemental IR spectrum significantly stimulates lettuce growth by expanding the canopy size, thereby enhancing photosynthesis and dry matter accumulation. This morphological change is directly linked to increased light interception and improved light use efficiency. The IR spectrum not only promotes elongation and leaf expansion but also synergistically interacts with other wavelengths to boost photosynthetic efficiency.
For solanaceous crops like tomatoes and cucumbers, IR spectrum has been shown to influence photosynthesis, growth, and flowering. The interplay between light intensity and IR spectrum signaling can regulate electron transport, gas exchange, and hormonal levels, leading to optimized plant development. This is particularly valuable in greenhouse settings where light quality and quantity can be precisely controlled.
The positive effects of IR spectrum extend to horticultural crops and even medicinal plants. Research indicates that strategic application of far-red light can promote flowering in long-day plants and enhance the production of valuable compounds in medicinal cannabis.
Our LED grow light solutions, including the TB830 toplight with individual IR switches, are designed to harness these scientific insights.
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Reference:
For vegetables 🌱
- Supplemental Far-Red Light Stimulates Lettuce Growth shows how far-red light boosts lettuce growth by increasing canopy size for more photosynthesis. ✨ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33467138/)
For cucumber and tomatoes 🍅🥒
- how far-red energy affects tomatoes’ photosynthesis, growth, and flowering. 💡(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38408395/)
For flowers 🌺
- The Promoting Effect of Far‐Red Light on Flowering in the Long Day Plant Lolium temulentum ✨ (https://www.researchgate.net/publication/230488760_The_Promoting_Effect_of_Far-Red_Light_on_Flowering_in_the_Long_Day_Plant_Lolium_temulentum )
For cannabis 🌿
- The effects of far-red light on medicinal Cannabis https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12092679/
(Thesis link Source creditted by NCBI and Researchgate)
