Chat Room MORE THAN 60%SAID YES! Do you use an environmental control system in your greenhouse? Turn to page 22 to learn about environmental control systems. Which environmental factors do you regulate using a control system? The top three factors are: # 1 VENTILATION # Having the right structure for the main environmental controllers existent in the market. A delay in sensitivity and timing with sudden outdoor weather changes. 1 Costly to repair and replace. Having to change all the settings seasonally; can be difficult to navigate. Uniformity of control. Different set points for each crop, but sharing one range. Do you consult with any local Extension agents? 47% SAID YES! 10 JUNE 2021 GPNMAG.COM Turn to page 18 for new information on greenhouse lighting. 3 Grant opportunities and educational programming. 5 4 What topics do you discuss and explore with Extension agents? Soil testing and amendments. Greenhouse lighting. IPM and chemical integrations. Better solutions for the environment and sustainable agriculture. New pests/diseases plus biocontrol practices. 2 2 LIGHT # What challenges have you encountered while using environmental controllers? You said: For those considering investing in new lighting, when do you plan to make a purchase? Editor's Note: Each month, we send out a survey to our readers on a variety of topics and report the results here. Chat Room is a perfect venue to get to know your peers and where you stand on different issues affecting the industry. Do you have a question you want us to ask? Contact editor, Jasmina Dolce, at jdolce@ greatamericanpublish.com. This month, we asked readers about environmental control systems, lighting investments and working with local Extension agents. Here's what they had to say. Do you plan to invest in new greenhouse lighting in the near future? MORE THAN 3 HUMIDITY 48% 28% WITHIN ONE YEAR WITHIN ONE TO THREE YEARS 24% WITHIN FIVE YEARS 30% SAID YES AND 25% ARE UNDECIDED 6http://www.GPNMAG.COM