Red Sun Farms Ontario is undertaking a project to evaluate the potential benefits of far-red and dynamic lighting

Recent advancements in greenhouse technology have sparked considerable interest among growers, especially regarding the use of far-red light in crop cultivation. Far-red light, which is part of the light spectrum just beyond visible red light, has been shown to influence plant behaviors such as flowering and growth patterns. Seizing this opportunity, Red Sun Farms Ontario is undertaking an innovative project to evaluate the potential benefits of far-red and dynamic lighting. The company is conducting comprehensive tests comparing Sollum's smart LED grow light fixtures and SUN as a Service platform, known to work together to adjust light spectra to plant growth stages, against traditional fixed spectrum lighting. This initiative aims to scientifically measure improvements in crop yield, quality and growth efficiency, thereby setting new standards in precision agriculture.

Red Sun Farms Ontario will be conducting mini cucumber growth trials under fixed far-red lights and Sollum’s dynamic solution. Sollum's smart LED grow light fixtures and SUN as a Service® platform are known to work together to adjust light spectra to plant growth stages, against traditional fixed spectrum lighting. This initiative aims to scientifically measure improvements in crop yield, quality and growth efficiency, thereby setting new standards in precision agriculture.

Red Sun Farms Ontario will be conducting mini cucumber growth trials under fixed far-red lights and Sollum’s dynamic solution. Sollum's smart LED grow light fixtures and SUN as a Service® platform are known to work together to adjust light spectra to plant growth stages, against traditional fixed spectrum lighting. This initiative aims to scientifically measure improvements in crop yield, quality and growth efficiency, thereby setting new standards in precision agriculture.

Located in Kingsville, Ontario, Red Sun Farms Ontario is a state-of-the-art, 1.2 million square foot greenhouse. Embarking on their 4th growing season, cultivation includes 21.5 acres of several different tomato varieties grown conventionally and 6 acres of mini cucumbers grown under LED lights. In a bold move to further elevate their quality standards, Red Sun Farms Ontario is initiating cutting-edge mini cucumber growth trials. This research will compare the effectiveness of LED fixed spectrum lighting against the innovative capabilities of Sollum's dynamic lighting technology.

Recent studies have demonstrated the significant role of far-red light in certain growth stages, particularly in enhancing desirable traits like stem elongation. This aspect is crucial for vining crops such as cucumbers, where longer stem internodes can markedly improve airflow and overall plant health. By exploring these advanced lighting techniques, Red Sun Farms Ontario aims not only to optimize cucumber growth but also to spearhead a new era in precision-driven greenhouse cultivation.