Cold Roots, Chilled Yields: Diagnosing Root Cold Stress in Hydroponics

07/11/2025 6 min Episodio 319
Cold Roots, Chilled Yields: Diagnosing Root Cold Stress in Hydroponics

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Episode Synopsis

Dr. Russell Sharp discusses cold root stress in hydroponics, how it causes desiccation and nutrient uptake problems, and practical mitigations like raising plants or grafting.
He reviews new research showing increased plant sterols can boost cold tolerance in tomatoes, and teases a follow-up story about Eli Lilly buying a Dutch greenhouse.
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