The story behind greenhouse curtains

Added on 20 June 2022

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Many greenhouse growers are investing in greenhouse structures, coverings, and internal equipment like shade and thermal curtains (also referred to as climate screens). Considering the diverse benefits for operations in any climate zone, curtain systems are a key tool for greenhouses and growers across the world. To enhance competitive advantage, facility resilience, and crop production, thoughtfully choose and operate greenhouse curtains using best practices shared from controlled environment agriculture industry experts.

Curtains come in many kinds: thermal, diffusion, shade, light abatement, and blackout are all terms that refer to benefits to plants and facilities. Growers can reduce thermal losses, lessen the intensity of sunlight with diffusion, shade plants, and prevent light pollution. Curtain systems offer non-energy benefits like increased crop growth, lower costs, and can be a pathway for compliance with light pollution regulations. Growers can use multiple different screens to optimize greenhouse climates and have a positive impact on crops by increasing quality and shelf life, reduce operating expenses from energy, and mitigate light leaks.

Choosing Curtain Types

The curtain system most suitable for a greenhouse depends on the curtain's purpose. Growers may use two or more screens in the same cultivation space for more insulation or to mix and match different types of screens to improve climate control, improve crop quality and yields, and reduce light pollution.