Belgian growers explore advanced screen technologies
Source: HD.com
Belgian growers explore advanced screen technologies Belgian growers explore advanced screen technologies A large delegation from the Wase Tuindersgilde, a growers' association in the Waasland region of Belgium, visited Phormium's production site in Lokeren for an in-depth study day focused on screen cloths and their role in modern, energy-efficient and profitable cultivation.
© Phormium During a presentation and guided tour through the company's various departments, including extrusion, weaving, knitting, finishing and R&D, tomato growers learned how Phormium's screen cloths are developed and manufactured, and which specific properties contribute to strong crop performance. By retaining heat in the greenhouse for longer, growers can reduce energy consumption without compromising light quality or crop vigour.
Why this matters: This matters when it gives operators a clearer way to manage water, nutrients, and root-zone risk. That kind of control usually improves both resource efficiency and crop consistency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do retrofit and environmental-control choices matter so much?
Because these decisions affect every crop cycle that follows. A better control strategy can improve consistency and efficiency, while a poor one can lock in operating drag.
What should operators focus on when reading design or retrofit stories?
They should focus on what changed operationally: better climate stability, lower energy use, improved crop balance, easier labor, or cleaner control over inputs.
