Partnership seeks to drive innovation in substrate and lighting strategies
US substrate specialist Berger has announced that it is to equip its research greenhouse facilities with Sollum Technologies’ dynamic LED grow light solution to explore new strategies for optimising crop performance.
Marc Charland, Berger’s head of research, commented: “Sollum’s dynamic LED technology stands out for its unparalleled flexibility and adaptability. By combining the best strategies with our high-performance substrates, we aim to maximise the potential of lettuce cultivation while maintaining our ability to adapt the lighting to other crop varieties”.
Berger’s research greenhouses, which currently use HPS lighting, will be upgraded to Sollum’s state-of-the-art technology. The collaboration will focus on identifying optimal growing conditions for specific crops, with an initial emphasis on lettuce. The research will evaluate how substrate formulation and dynamic lighting can work together to achieve superior crop quality and yield.
“Berger is a highly respected name in the industry, and we are thrilled to collaborate with their talented team,” said Kassim Tremblay, vice president, strategic accounts at Sollum Technologies. “By bringing together two leaders in their respective fields, we’re creating an opportunity to redefine best practices in substrate development and lighting strategies for diverse crops.”
Both companies said they share a commitment to advancing innovation and precision in agricultural science. According to Sollum, its 100 per cent dynamic LED lighting solution offers unparalleled control of the light spectrum, intensity, and zoning, enabling Berger’s researchers to test and adapt their substrates to a variety of growing scenarios.
The companies said the partnership is poised to deliver “actionable insights that will benefit growers across the industry”.
