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    Calibrating pH and EC Probes on the Bluelab Pro Controller

    CropKing •

    In this video we will go over the proper procedure for cleaning and calibrating the pH and EC probes on the Bluelab...

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    Preparing & Gluing NFT Channels

    CropKing •

    Learn how to properly prep and glue the end caps on CropKing NFT channels. You'll need a well-ventilated area, PVC...

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    2 and 3 Stage NFT Growing System

    CropKing •

    In this video, we’re talking about the CropKing 2 stage and 3 stage NFT system. Learn about the different stages...

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    Best Photoperiod for Growing Plants

    Colin Clark, Technical Horticulturist •

    There seems to be some debate about whether plants will grow better under 24hrs of light, and today we're breaking...

  • How To Maximize Produce Profits at Farmer’s Markets and Retail

    CropKing • May 19, 2021

    The Covid-19 pandemic hasn’t seemed to curb our appetites or enthusiasm for fresh vegetables. In fact, trend...

  • The Importance of Tissue Sampling

    CropKing • November 11, 2019

    Tissue analysis is an important tool in helping to understand exactly what is happening in your plants. As the year...

  • Understanding Hydroponic Leachate

    Colin Clark, Technical Horticulturist • August 05, 2019

    Having a firm understanding of what is going into your plants and what is coming out of your plants is one of the...

  • 5 Horticulture Terms You Should Know

    CropKing • July 25, 2019

    You might be familiar with terms such as bolting or cutting as it relates to horticulture, but what about apical...

  • Recirculating vs. Drain-to-Waste Hydroponic Systems

    CropKing • June 26, 2019

    CropKing hydroponic systems can be placed into two broad categories: drain-to-waste and recirculating. A drain-to...