As a greenhouse grower, you know maintaining and protecting your greenhouse is just as important to your bottom line as a good yield. This is especially true during the summer season when heat and steady customer demands place extraordinary stress on your greenhouse and your staff.
The hot and humid environments inside—and outside—your structures enhance issues like metal corrosion, clogged cooling pads, HVAC system strain, and plant diseases. Now isn’t the time for any greenhouse challenges to halt production.
No matter how advanced or tech-savvy your greenhouse operation is, routine maintenance shouldn’t be an afterthought. Check out these tips for a trouble-free spring and summer season.
Summer heat can be challenging for plants, leading to heat stress, wilting, and even death. Maintaining proper ventilation and temperature control is crucial for your greenhouse environment, keeping your inventory as robust as your sales revenue.
Greenhouses need sun protection, too. Intense sunlight during summer can scorch delicate plants and cause sunburn through your greenhouse covering.
Adequate airflow is critical to help prevent the buildup of excessive humidity, control temperature, and minimize the risk of fungal diseases. Remember, always disconnect power when inspecting fans.
Watering your crops plays a vital role in summer upkeep—and can affect your operational budget. Hotter temps and higher water needs call for reliable watering efficiencies.
Your inventory attracts the eye of the shopper when it’s healthy and robust. But soil management and fertilization are a true science, so take precautions in maintaining a healthy soil structure and pH level. The outcome could affect your sales.
Consider a holistic and sustainable approach to pest control that focuses on minimizing the use of chemical pesticides while effectively managing pests.
Storms, high winds, and age can put a strain on greenhouse structures. Stay on top of maintenance, cleaning, and inspection tasks.
Maintaining a safe working environment is vital for the longevity of your greenhouse, the well-being of your employees, and the safety of your customers.
A strong maintenance plan can help prolong the life of your greenhouse and help you avoid breakdowns, but it doesn’t stop a storm from causing unexpected damage. Commercial property insurance can help protect your business after storm damage, equipment failure, or climate-control system failures. Even if you can’t plant your next crop due to damage, this type of coverage could help protect your future income.
Review your current policy to make sure you’re adequately covered. Our representatives have the experience and knowledge to assess—and help mitigate—the unique risks you face. If you have questions or would like to learn more about our commercial property insurance, contact us or request a quick quote.
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