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Greenhouse horticulture

Greenhouse horticulture

Greenhouse frame
New horticulture code of conduct

The code became law on the 14th May 2007. Find out more about how the code affects you.

Freshwise DVD
Freshwise DVD

Freshwise is a multi-lingual training resource to help growers develop food safety plans.

Greenhouse horticulture is the production of horticultural crops within, under or sheltered by structures to provide modified growing conditions and/or protection from pests, diseases and adverse weather. In its broadest definition, greenhouse horticulture includes the use of greenhouses and glasshouses, shade houses, screen houses and crop top structures.

Controlled environment horticulture (CEH) is the most modern and sophisticated form of greenhouse horticulture. It is sometimes referred to as "controlled environment agriculture". CEH combines high technology greenhouses with hydroponic (soilless) growing systems. CEH makes it possible to consistently and reliably control or manipulate the growing environment and effectively manage nutrition, pests and diseases in crops.

NSW Department of Primary Industries conducts research, advisory and education programs into production systems with the aim to increase profitability and productivity and assist growers to attain world's best-practice in producing high-quality, high-value fresh produce in sustainable systems.

IN THIS SECTION

  • Structures and technology
    Types of greenhouses; venting, heating, cooling, lighting and controlling climate in greenhouses.
  • Pests, diseases & disorders
    Integrated pest and disease management, identification and biological control.
  • Hydroponics & waste water
    Hydroponic production and technologies, managing waste water and run off.
  • Starting up, planning & management
    Guidelines and other business management information.
  • DPI & industry contacts
    Details of the people working in your industry and information about the National Centre for Greenhouse Horticulture.
Cherry tomatoes in a greenhouse

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Keep in touch

Are you a commercial greenhouse or hydroponic grower? Register your farm with your extension horticulturist and stay in touch.

Training

A range of courses and workshops are offered by PROfarm. Others can be organised when there is sufficient demand. Contact DPI staff to register your interest.

Report storm damage

Has a recent storm caused damage to your greenhouse? Report it here.

Research, advisory & education services

  • National Centre for Greenhouse Horticulture 
  • Horticulture Unit

Industry Organisations

  • Websites of other organisations
  • Structures and technology
  • Pests, diseases & disorders
  • Hydroponics & waste water
  • Starting up, planning & management
  • DPI & industry contacts
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