farming practices, controlled conditions

• Greenhouses


  Used to manipulate environmental factors affecting photosynthesis
• Greenhouses


  • Trap the Sun's heat
  • Ensure temperatures remain within the optimal range for photosynthetic enzymes to function effectively
  • Allow for the control of CO₂ levels and light intensity
• Artificial light


  Used by farmers to extend the hours of light, especially during shorter days, and provide consistent light intensity, directly influencing the rate of photosynthesis
• By monitoring and adjusting heat and light, farmers can prevent temperature and light intensity from becoming limiting factors in plant growth
• Additional methods to optimize conditions for photosynthesis

  • Heaters
  • Ventilation to manage temperature
  • Fertilizers to supply necessary nutrients
• Farmers


  • Need to balance cost of creating ideal conditions with benefits gained in crop yield and quality
  • To ensure they don't lose out on money
• economics in farming


  conditions are EXPENSIVE, the INCREASE in plant GROWTH and YIELD can lead to MORE PROFIT which offsets these expenses.