Sollum Technologies and Leaficient Introduce the First Plan-Responsive Dynamic LED Lighting Solution

Sollum Technologies and Leaficient are pioneering a breakthrough technology that redefines how LED lighting adapts to plant growth.

Today’s traditional lighting strategies rely on Daily Light Integral (DLI) as the primary metric for optimizing plant growth, based on the premise that plants absorb and use light with the same efficiency throughout the day and at all growth stages. 

However, recent research has shown that plant productivity can change significantly based on a myriad of factors relating to the environment, resources provided and internal biological processes. In response, Sollum and Leaficient are collaborating to develop the first closed-loop, plant-adaptive dynamic lighting system, which adjusts lighting in real time based on plant productivity and growth rates.

The combined Sollum-Leaficient solution leverages Leaficient’s cutting-edge plant monitoring technology to measure photosynthetic efficiency and adjust light intensity accordingly. This closed-loop approach ensures that plants receive the exact amount of light they need, precisely when they need it, eliminating unnecessary energy costs and optimizing growth conditions for any crop varieties.

For greenhouse and vertical farm operators, this innovation offers a compelling alternative to legacy lighting strategies that often rely on static schedules and overcompensate with excessive energy consumption. Instead, Sollum and Leaficient offer an intelligent lighting system that adapts to the biological rhythms of crops to ensure optimal performance at every stage of development. Beyond optimizing lighting efficiency, this breakthrough will enable precise control over crop development—triggering fruiting and flowering at optimal times or even enhancing specific nutrient and flavor profiles.