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Grow Pro Series: Hydroponics for Floriculture Production

Welcome to the American Floral Endowment's Grow Pro Webinar Series! Throughout this series, our nationally recognized researchers, hosts, and speakers will offer ‘how-to’ advice based on AFE-funded and other research projects to help the industry navigate through these ever-changing growing challenges. The webinar topics are current and offer long-term opportunities for growers to focus on increased profit, greater sustainability, and improved labor efficiency. Each session includes a presentation and interactive Q&A. To see the full series calendar visit endowment.org/GrowPro. The September 19th session of our series focuses on hydroponics for floriculture production. Most commercial cut flower production in the United States occurs in hydroponic or soilless production systems. Dr. Chris Currey will provide an overview of hydroponics systems and substrates commonly used, as well as nutrient, irrigation, and crop considerations. Topics will include: • Overview of hydroponic systems and substrates available for floriculture production • Benefits of hydroponic systems in floriculture production • Irrigation for hydroponic substrates • Nutrient delivery • Crops that work well in hydroponic systems Speaker: Dr. Chris Currey, Iowa State University Moderator: Dr. Melissa Muñoz, NC State University Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:06 Hydroponics for Floriculture Production 37:27 Q & A