CO2 GRO Inc., a pioneering Canadian ag-tech company, has made significant strides in the global agricultural sector with its innovative aqueous CO₂ enrichment technology. This patented technology is designed to enhance crop production in protected agricultural environments such as greenhouses, high tunnels, and shade houses.
By using a unique method that applies an aqueous CO₂ solution directly to plant leaves, CO2 GRO promises to boost crop yields by up to 30% while simultaneously reducing CO₂ gas emissions by as much as 95%.
The technology works by creating a microfilm of CO₂ on the surface of the leaves. This microfilm optimizes the plant’s ability to absorb CO₂ through its cuticles, the waxy layer on the surface of the leaves, which traditionally acts as a barrier to gas exchange.
By enhancing this natural process, the technology ensures that more carbon is available for the plant’s photosynthetic activities, directly translating into faster growth and larger yields.
The real-time monitoring and control system that accompanies this technology allows for dynamic adjustments in CO₂ dosing. This precision application is based on the latest scientific data, making it possible to deliver the optimal amount of CO₂ at just the right times, thereby maximizing efficiency and reducing waste.
The approach not only leads to increased production but also offers significant cost savings in terms of reduced CO₂ gas usage. Traditional “fill the room” gassing methods, which are not only more costly but also less efficient, are replaced by this targeted application, making CO2 GRO’s system an attractive alternative for modern growers.
The practical outcomes of implementing CO2 GRO’s technology are quite significant.
Growers using the aqueous CO₂ enrichment system have reported remarkable increases in crop yields across a variety of plants. For instance, cucumber production has seen increases of 37% in fruit yield, while pepper growers have documented a 20% increase. Even more striking are the results in rose farming, where a 32% increase in stem production has been noted. These figures underscore the profound impact that precision CO₂ enrichment can have on crop productivity and profitability.
This technology not only represents a significant advancement in agricultural science but also highlights the potential for ag-tech innovations to revolutionize food production in ways that are both economically beneficial and environmentally responsible.
Additionally, CO2 GRO Inc. will showcase its technology at the upcoming CPMA where it will be featured in the Innovation Zone, highlighting its role as a leader in agricultural technology.
As CO2 GRO continues to expand its reach and refine its offerings, the agricultural sector can anticipate even greater efficiencies and sustainable practices emerging from this cutting-edge Canadian company.
