Light deprivation and traditional greenhouses differ primarily in their approach to managing light exposure and plant growth cycles. In a traditional greenhouse, natural sunlight is the primary source of light, with structures designed to maximize light intake through transparent materials.
In contrast, light deprivation greenhouses utilize techniques to control light exposure by blocking out sunlight during specific periods, inducing flowering or dormancy in photoperiod-sensitive plants. This manipulation allows growers to create optimal conditions for specific crops regardless of the season, enabling earlier or multiple harvests.
