Which structure should I use when producing cucumbers?

There are two common greenhouse structures suitable to cucumber production: glasshouses and poly houses. The questions you should ask are: What are the local environmental conditions?How much do I want to/can I invest? Glasshouse structures are suitable for nursery cultivation and commercial production of cucumbers in mild to cold climates and require high investment. Poly houses are more suitable for diverse climatic conditions.

What is the growth cycle of greenhouse cucumbers?

Usually, there are two to three growing cycles per year. In warm climate conditions, it takes between 20 and24 days from planting to first harvest, and the harvest period takes 7 to8 weeks. In high-tech greenhouses, the harvest cycles are very long and can take up to 16 weeks. In this case, there will only be two growing cycles per year. The harvest period can differ from season to season. For example, a summer cycle will take approximately 10 weeks, while a winter cycle will take around four months.

What is the expected yield for greenhouse cucumbers?

In high-tech greenhouses: : 200 kg/m2 per year, due to plant density and number of cycles per year.In mid-tech poly houses: 40 to 80 kg/m2 per year.

How do the EC and pH affect my greenhouse cucumbers?

Ensuring the right EC, pH, and nutrient levels in the root-zone is critical for fast-growing and high-yielding crops. This is especially true when growing in soilless media, as the growing medium has low buffer capabilities and demands a fast and precise reaction. You need a system that can react quickly to any change, be it crop stage or climate. This can be the difference between winning and losing.Check out the unique drippers on offer for cucumber production, or our super-precise dosing systems.

What are the benefits of Compensated Non-Leakage (CNL) drippers?

Irrigation of soilless media needs short irrigation pulses (minutes). With CNL drippers, you increase Nutrigation™ uniformity by saving the refilling time of the system and preventing system drainage that can cause uneven water distribution if done frequently. This means that all the drippers start and stop at the same time.

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Growing greenhouse cucumbers demands big investment. It’s a game of driving high, quality yields from every square metre to meet consumer demands and to maximise return on investment. For optimal production conditions, you need the right structure, agro-technical solutions, tools and agronomic knowledge.

Optimal Conditions for Cucumbers

Start with the crop in mind
The agro-technical solutions your greenhouse will need (structure, climate control features, irrigation system, etc.) will depend on the regional conditions, climate conditions and market demands. These factors will also determine the production strategy.
The science of irrigation and plant nutrition
Producing food crops in a controlled environment, especially in soilless media, requires ultimate precision in water and nutrient application. The use of advanced non-leakage drippers combined with multi-channel nutrient dosing machines allows you to perfectly control the root-zone environment and push your plants to the max.
Take control with smart insights from digital tools
React immediately with insights on crops, substrates and climate. A complete command and control system will let you activate climate control, irrigation scheduling and fertiliser dosing units.
A wealth of experience and agronomic knowledge
Making the right decisions while your cucumbers are growing is important. Netafim™’s renowned experts are there to guide you with an ongoing production strategy - every step of the way.

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Cucumber FAQs

There are two common greenhouse structures suitable to cucumber production: glasshouses and poly houses.

The questions you should ask are:
- What are the local environmental conditions?
- How much do I want to/can I invest?
Glasshouse structures are suitable for nursery cultivation and commercial production of cucumbers in mild to cold climates and require high investment. Poly houses are more suitable for diverse climatic conditions.
Usually, there are two to three growing cycles per year. In warm climate conditions, it takes between 20 and24 days from planting to first harvest, and the harvest period takes 7 to8 weeks. In high-tech greenhouses, the harvest cycles are very long and can take up to 16 weeks. In this case, there will only be two growing cycles per year.

The harvest period can differ from season to season. For example, a summer cycle will take approximately 10 weeks, while a winter cycle will take around four months.
- In high-tech greenhouses: : 200 kg/m²per year, due to plant density and number of cycles per year.
- In mid-tech poly houses: 40 to 80 kg/m² per year.
Ensuring the right EC, pH, and nutrient levels in the root-zone is critical for fast-growing and high-yielding crops. This is especially true when growing in soilless media, as the growing medium has low buffer capabilities and demands a fast and precise reaction. You need a system that can react quickly to any change, be it crop stage or climate. This can be the difference between winning and losing.

Check out the unique drippers on offer for cucumber production, or our super-precise dosing systems.
Irrigation of soilless media needs short irrigation pulses (minutes). With CNL drippers, you increase Nutrigation™ uniformity by saving the refilling time of the system and preventing system drainage that can cause uneven water distribution if done frequently. This means that all the drippers start and stop at the same time.

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Recommended Solutions for Greenhouse Cucumbers

PCJ Online

Pressure-compensated drippers – with an optional anti-drain feature – designed to give you 100% uniformity in water and nutrient distribution. These drippers are constantly self-cleaning to prevent clogging.

Ideal for greenhouses and nurseries.

Uniram™

Pressure-compensated, heavy wall dripperlines – designed to handle low water quality and the most difficult environments and topographies. Ideal for orchards, vineyards and greenhouses.

Aries™

Medium and heavy wall dripperlines – perfect if you’re looking for durability, longevity and high clogging resistance in challenging water conditions when irrigating on flat topographies. Ideal for subsurface drip, orchards, vineyards, field crops and greenhouses in permanent irrigation systems.

SpinNet™

This bridgeless micro-sprinkler is designed to operate in upside-down stands. It creates a perfect water distribution pattern with absolutely no drops that can damage delicate plants below.

Vibronet™

The smartest solution for germinating protected crops. VibroNet™ uses vibration to create a jet of uniform, evenly spread droplets and prevent the build-up of mineral deposits that could clog the nozzle.

CoolNet™

A super-fine mister that delivers micro-sized droplets at a low pressure of 4.0 bar. It helps to ensure uniform distribution of water, efficient cooling or humidification.

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