FVG – Folien Germany manufactures films with high light diffusion properties break the direct angle of light by scattering the light particles throughout the greenhouse. Crops receive more even light exposure, with less heat load on the plant’s canopy. High direct light creates shadows as shown in the top picture. High diffusion eliminates shadows as shown in the picture below.
Light from the sun passing through a greenhouse film and entering a greenhouse is split into direct and diffused. Light diffusion causes a film to look hazy to human eye - this doesn't mean, however, that the film is less transparent. The PAR (photosynthetic active radiation) received by plants is the same.
It is now generally accepted that diffused light has a positive effect on plant growth, especially for spring and summer crops and in areas with strong sunlight.
Light diffusion reduces shadows, ensures more uniform distribution of light in the greenhouse so that it reaches even the lower parts of the plants, prevents burnings and offers a moderate cooling effect.
FVG – Folien Germany has the know-how and produces films with more or less diffusion, according to the specific requirements of each area and crop:
Crystal clear films with very low diffusion (maximum direct light).
Films with medium diffusion
Films with very high diffusion
The choice of the most appropriate level of diffusion depends on the climate of the area, the crop and the season(s) of growing.