Summary
This 1995 study reports empirical measurements of water and nutrient demand in greenhouse tomato production on rockwool substrate, a then-emerging horticultural system. The work likely contributes to understanding irrigation and fertiliser management efficiency in controlled-environment horticulture, though specific findings cannot be confirmed without the full text. Results would have been relevant to optimising input use in intensive greenhouse vegetable production.
Regional applicability
The findings are potentially applicable to United Kingdom greenhouse horticulture, particularly given the long history of UK protected crop production and rockwool adoption. However, transferability depends on growing conditions (climate control, cultivar, season) and whether the trial reflected UK commercial practice or methodology.
Key measures
Water consumption rates, nutrient uptake (likely nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and micronutrients), irrigation scheduling, fertiliser application, yield or biomass accumulation
Outcomes reported
The study measured water consumption and nutrient uptake dynamics in a greenhouse tomato crop cultivated in rockwool growing medium. Specific irrigation and fertiliser application rates and their effects on crop performance were likely assessed.
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