Blog posts
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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...
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How To Maximize Produce Profits at Farmer’s Markets and Retail
CropKing • May 19, 2021The Covid-19 pandemic hasn’t seemed to curb our appetites or enthusiasm for fresh vegetables. In fact, trend...
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The Importance of Tissue Sampling
CropKing • November 11, 2019Tissue analysis is an important tool in helping to understand exactly what is happening in your plants. As the year...
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Understanding Hydroponic Leachate
Colin Clark, Technical Horticulturist • August 05, 2019Having a firm understanding of what is going into your plants and what is coming out of your plants is one of the...
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5 Horticulture Terms You Should Know
CropKing • July 25, 2019You might be familiar with terms such as bolting or cutting as it relates to horticulture, but what about apical...
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Recirculating vs. Drain-to-Waste Hydroponic Systems
CropKing • June 26, 2019CropKing hydroponic systems can be placed into two broad categories: drain-to-waste and recirculating. A drain-to...