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The Forest Canopy: Structure, Roles & Measurement
The Importance of Forest Canopy Structure If you are looking for a classic example of the circle of life, consider the forest canopy structure. A forest’s canopy structure is influenced by environmental and soil factors, and it also influences these factors in return. It is an aspect of forest ecology that is receiving more attention… Continue reading…
Forest & Plant Canopy Analysis – Tools & Methods
Canopy Analysis for Crop, Forest & Plant Research The range of applications of canopy cover analysis is truly astounding. Canopy analysis derives its usefulness from the vitality of the canopy. Many methods to measure canopy cover have been developed in the last 80 years to meet various objectives. Not surprisingly, there have been several comparisons… Continue reading…
WEBINAR: Why Commercial Agriculture Should Pay Attention to Leaf Spectroscopy in 2021: 3 Novel Uses for Leaf Spectroscopy in Leafy Greens, Berries, and Cut Flowers | SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer
Thursday, October 8, Application Scientist, Galen George, was joined by researchers Catherine Simpson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Sustainable/Urban Horticulture at Texas Tech University and Dr. Gerardo Nunez, Assistant Professor and Undergraduate Advisor at the University of Florida, who spoke about their preliminary work with SpectraVue. Interested in receiving a quote? Request pricing here.
New Video: How To Calibrate Your SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer
Application Scientist, Galen George shows us how to calibrate the new SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer. ATTEND THE SPECTRAVUE LAUNCH WEBINAR Why Commercial Agriculture Should Pay Attention to Leaf Spectroscopy in 2021: 3 Novel Uses for Leaf Spectroscopy in Leafy Greens, Berries and Cut Flowers Dr. Catherine Simpson (Texas Tech University) will talk about her initial findings… Continue reading…
Emerging Irrigation Methods for Vineyards
In an attempt to improve food production at a time when water resources are getting scarce, scientists are focusing on novel methods to manipulate the physiology of crops. Many deficit irrigation strategies that reduce water use are being tried. One of them is the new partial rootzone irrigation, which can improve water use efficiency, crop… Continue reading…
New Video: How To Use Built-In Indices | SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer
Application Scientist, Galen George walks us through how to utilize the vast array of built-in indices on the new SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer! ATTEND THE SPECTRAVUE LAUNCH WEBINAR Why Commercial Agriculture Should Pay Attention to Leaf Spectroscopy in 2021: 3 Novel Uses for Leaf Spectroscopy in Leafy Greens, Berries and Cut Flowers Dr. Catherine Simpson (Texas… Continue reading…
Food Supply, Climate Change, and Epicuticular Wax
Leaf spectroscopy is used to indirectly get information on several morphological and physiological features of leaves and the plant as a whole. These can help in detecting stress. Though there are several means to measure stress using leaf spectral data, scientists continue looking for species-specific approaches to develop vegetatioin indices that can accurately predict stress… Continue reading…
WEBINAR: New Instrument for Measuring Plant Stress – SpectraVue Preview
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SpectraVue – Behind the Scenes
It feels great to get out in the field with a new instrument. Keep an eye out for our upcoming video featuring the brand new CI-710s SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer! For more information on SpectraVue CLICK HERE.
SNEAK PEEK WEBINAR THIS TUESDAY – New Instrument to Measure & Analyze Plant Stress in Real-Time
Join us Spetember 1st, 8:00AM PST, for a preview of the newest instrument in the CID Bio-Science lineup: The SpetraVue Leaf Spectrometer! Built for agronomists, plant physiologists, ecologists, and educators, the all new SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer enables users to measure and analyze plant stress in the field, in real-time. The hand-held instrument, which includes an 7″… Continue reading…