Browsing by Subject "high tunnel"
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Evaluation of High Tunnel and Field Produced Specialty Cut Flowers in the Northern Great Plains
(North Dakota State University, 2019)The demand for local sustainably grown produce and flowers has increased (Low et al., 2015), and stimulated a growing interest in high tunnel production. The goal of this research project was to evaluate the production of ... -
High tunnels extend the growing season in warm season crops tomato, cucumber and bell pepper
(North Dakota State University, 2020)High tunnels are used to modify the crop environment by trapping solar energy, providing protection from unfavorable weather events, and extending the growing season in temperate regions. This project assessed yield and ... -
Season Extension Using Supplemental Soil Heat in a North Dakota High Tunnel for Warm Season Vegetable Production
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Vegetable production options in North Dakota are limited by environmental challenges. Combining soil heating cables and row covers within a high tunnel could protect crops from frost, extending the growing season. Three ...