Introduction

In the world of indoor horticulture, maintaining a clean and pathogen-free environment is paramount to ensuring healthy plant growth and high-quality yields. Traditional sanitization products have often fallen short of effectively addressing the multifaceted challenges that growers face daily. This case study delves into how Oxine® Horticulture has emerged as a transformative solution for indoor grow facilities, addressing common issues related to pathogen control, irrigation water quality, and overall facility sanitization.

Challenges Faced by Growers

Indoor growth facilities encounter a range of issues that hinder optimal plant growth and yield. These issues include irrigation water filters clogging with biofilm and algae, algae growth on grow tables and grow pots, plant root diseases, and persistent algae problems on floors due to water leaks. Additionally, the need for thorough sanitization after harvest or before new crops introduces complexities in choosing the right products, considering factors such as effectiveness, safety, corrosiveness, cost and environmental concerns.

The Existing Paradigm:

Growers have traditionally relied on a mix of sanitization products based from Peracetic Acid (PAA), Sodium Hypochlorite, Bleach, (NaOCl), Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl), Isopropyl Alcohol, and Quats-based products to control pathogens. However, these products often lack consistency in effectiveness, require substantial personal protective equipment (PPE), in most cases require manual mixing, can be costly, and in some cases have been known to leave environmentally unfriendly toxic residues. This fragmented approach often necessitates the use of multiple products to achieve the desired results, which in turn could lead to dangerous situations if these chemicals are accidentally combined.

The Emergence of Oxine Horticulture:

Oxine Horticulture has risen as a game-changing product that addresses the shortcomings of the traditional approach to pathogen control and sanitization. It offers a comprehensive solution that simplifies the process while delivering outstanding results.

Facility Sanitization:

Oxine Horticulture eliminates the need for multiple products by serving as a versatile all-in-one facility sanitizing agent. Growers can tailor the Oxine Horticulture solution's strength to various applications throughout the facility. This product is not only less corrosive but also requires less PPE as well as reducing safety concerns of accidental cross mixing of chemicals. Importantly, the cost-effectiveness of Oxine Horticulture is a notable advantage, alleviating financial burdens for growers. Swab tests have confirmed its efficacy, displaying its performance on par with or even superior to other industry-standard sanitizers. Moreover, its ability to be safely applied to floors and walkways with plants present demonstrates its versatility in maintaining a sanitized and pleasant environment.

Irrigation Water Enhancement:

Oxine Horticulture's impact extends to irrigation water quality. By integrating the provided injection equipment, growers can seamlessly introduce 1-2 parts per million (PPM) of Oxine into their irrigation water. This proactive approach results in rapid cleanup of irrigation lines, resolving issues like plugged emitter ends and algae growth on grow tables. The elimination of algae growth on grow pots' surfaces and improved root health further highlight the product's efficacy. Notably, Oxine Horticulture's integration into irrigation systems has also eliminated the arduous task of post-harvest cleaning, saving time, money and giving the grower the ability for a quicker turn around to next crop planting.

Customer Satisfaction:

Growers who have adopted Oxine Horticulture in their facilities report elevated levels of satisfaction due to its effectiveness and practicality. Notable benefits include improved pathogen control, simplified mixing and application processes, and the absence of a rinse step, which is a common requirement for other sanitizers. The reduced corrosiveness and lower toxicity rating enhance its safety profile, and the product's cost-effectiveness contributes to economic viability. Moreover, the need for less PPE during mixing and application streamlines operational processes.

Conclusion:

Oxine Horticulture exemplifies how a sole product can effectively revolutionize pathogen control, sanitization, and irrigation water quality in indoor grow facilities. By addressing longstanding issues such as biofilm and algae buildup, root diseases, and labor-intensive post-harvest cleaning, workers safety, leave toxic product residue and residual environmental concerns. Oxine Horticulture emerges as a comprehensive, safe, and cost-efficient solution. Its success is reflected in the high level of customer satisfaction, as it optimizes both plant health and operational efficiency, propelling the indoor horticulture industry into a new era of growth and productivity.

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