Cómo se producen plántulas bajo invernadero - TvAgro por Juan Gonzalo Angel Restrepo

Introduction to Vergel Plántulas

Overview of the Company

• Laura introduces Vergel Plántulas, a company focused on producing high-quality seedlings in greenhouses.

• The business began in 2019, identifying a market need for better quality seedlings among farmers.

• By 2022, the company offers over 30 varieties of vegetables, aiding farmers in diversifying their crops and improving food quality.

Seedling Production Process

• Javier Segura, production director, discusses the importance of certification from entities like ICA and Portal for maintaining traceability plans within cultivation.

• These traceability plans ensure compliance with quality standards throughout the seedling production process.

Seedling Preparation Steps

Cleaning and Disinfection

• The cleaning area is crucial for disinfecting trays using calcium hypochlorite to maintain aseptic conditions.

• Trays are immersed in a disinfectant solution and allowed to air dry without additional utensils.

Pre-sowing Procedures

• After disinfection, trays are collected based on agricultural needs to begin the sowing process.

• The team assesses farmer requirements to determine tray type, substrate mix, and quantity of seedlings needed.

Sowing Techniques

Substrate Mixing

• A mixture of peat and coconut fiber is prepared; it is moistened and inoculated with beneficial microorganisms for phytosanitary cleanliness.

Manual Sowing Process

• Two types of sowing methods are employed: manual sowing for amorphous seeds where workers place seeds individually into each cell (alveolo).

Automated Sowing Process

• For non-amorphous seeds, an automated vacuum machine is used to precisely fill trays with seeds according to their alveolo count.

Finalizing Seedling Growth Conditions

Covering Seeds

• After placing seeds in trays, they are covered with substrate to complete the sowing process.

Germination Environment

• To promote rapid germination, trays are stacked together under plastic covers creating a microclimate that retains heat and moisture essential for seed development.

Conclusion

Closing Remarks

• Laura concludes by encouraging viewers to follow Vergel Plántulas on social media for more information about seedling propagation under greenhouse conditions.