Summer School Greenhouse Horticulture

About

Wageningen University & Research is the "knowledge heart" of the Dutch Greenhouse Horticulture. This is the most advanced and productive sector in the world. Scientists of Wageningen University & Research will share their unique knowledge with international students and researchers during this Summer School

Target group

The Summer School is open to PhD students, post-docs, junior scientists, and professionals from all over the world. It is an intensive program designed to advance knowledge in the field

Course aim

This programme consists of an attractive mix of lectures, practical casework and evening seminars by renowned experts. It also includes two days of field visits to leading international companies in the greenhouse industry.

The following topics will be covered:
- Overview of protected horticulture;
- Passive greenhouse (light and functions of the cover);
- Climate management;
- Basic principles of crop physiology;
- Potential crop yield;
- Crop management;
- Plant nutrition and its management;
- Water quality, growing systems and nutrient solutions;
- Crop protection and integrated pest management.

Particular attention has been given to developing a programme that relates to and is interesting for protected cultivation, using less technology than is usual in The Netherlands. So, basics will be learned to apply directly in your own country and situation

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