Growing tips and advice

19.4.2021

Measuring the conductivity and pH of growing media

The nutrient level of the plant is monitored by measuring the electrical conductivity (EC) of the liquid fertiliser in the growing media. There are many ways to measure the conductivity...
Berries growing in tunnels greenhouse
24.3.2021 | Eija Lankinen

Beginner’s tips for growing berries in tunnels

Growing berries in growing media in tunnels and greenhouses has become increasingly popular over the past few years. Growers can reach an optimal result by minimising the factors impairing the...
3.2.2021 | Eija Lankinen Kari Silokangas

How to use Kekkilä Professional Grow Boards

In this article and demonstration video we show you how to take Kekkilä Professional's pressed growing media for strawberries and...
9.11.2020 | Eija Lankinen

7 facts to consider when choosing substrate for soft fruits

There are many options available for soft fruit substrates. Soft fruits grown on substrates are mainly strawberry and raspberry in...
Kekkilä Professional wood fibre substrates
27.10.2020

How Wood Fibre substrates make your life easier

In this article we have a look at one of our raw materials; Wood Fibre. The material comes from renewable...
Filter test
20.7.2020

Measuring pH and EC levels

pH and EC levels within the substrates are highly important for optimal plant growth. In this article we cover what...
weeds growing in left over pots
10.6.2020

How to get rid of weeds in your greenhouse?

In this edition of the Growing tips and Advice we will cover a common issue in cultivation: weeds. First, we'll...
Weeds in your greenhouse
28.5.2020

What are weeds?

This is the first part of our multiple-article story about weeds. In this article we will cover the basis of...