This section provides an overview for seedling houses as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 2 seedling house manufacturers and their company rankings.
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A seedling house is a specialized plastic greenhouse dedicated to the cultivation of seedlings.
Seedling cultivation involves growing seedlings for a certain period after germination, before transplanting them into fields. For example, in rice cultivation, there are two methods: direct seeding and transplanting. Seedling houses are utilized during the transplanting method, where seedlings are grown to a suitable size for planting in the field.
Seedling houses provide a controlled environment during the critical seedling period. Direct sowing in the field, while time and labor-efficient, leaves seedlings vulnerable to environmental factors like temperature and rainfall. Seedling houses mitigate these risks by offering a stable environment and protecting the seedlings from temperature fluctuations and other environmental changes.
Proper management during the seedling growing period is crucial as it is sensitive to environmental factors such as pests and diseases, which significantly impact the growth and yield of crops like rice after planting.
Seedling houses allow for the control of temperature and humidity, which is challenging in direct seeding. Being enclosed structures, they enable the regulation of internal conditions by opening or closing the doorways to adjust airflow and thus, the internal climate.
Seedling houses offer protection from adverse weather conditions like wind and rain, which are unavoidable in open-field cultivation. They enable farmers to work without concern for weather disruptions. However, they require precautions against potential damage from heavy winds or snowfall.
During the vulnerable seedling growth period, seedling houses help in preventing pests and diseases, promoting healthy growth. This can also lead to reduced pesticide usage and associated costs.
Implementing seedling houses incurs significant initial and ongoing maintenance costs. It is essential to weigh these costs against the benefits and purpose of the seedling house.
Effective seedling production requires meticulous control of the internal environment of the seedling house. Inadequate management can lead to poor growth and disease, while proper management is key to healthy seedlings, higher yields, and improved quality.
Seedling houses vary in size, from small structures for flower and vegetable seedlings to larger ones for extensive seedling production. They can be broadly categorized into vinyl greenhouses and glass houses, with different materials and structures affecting their durability and workability.
Vinyl greenhouses are constructed with U-shaped pipes as support columns and covered with agricultural PVC or polyolefin film (PO film).
Glass houses use H-steel or square pipes for support columns, with glass or rigid film for the covering. The choice of seedling house should align with the specific requirements and purposes of the user.
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Novedades Agrícolas S.A., established in 1978 and based in Murcia, Spain, is an ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturer and supplier of technology equipment for intensive agriculture. The company provides several products, including trickle watering systems, greenhouses, and irrigation systems. These products find applications in various areas such as the construction of gardens, large parks, and green spaces. Its quality assurance system, adhering to the UNE/EN/ISO 9001 standard, ensures all project execution processes are carried out with a high level of efficiency.
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■ Features A greenhouse with easy assembly. Because it can be placed anywhere, it is ideal for large planters and about 50 to 70 shares.