What is Scouting
Monitoring for plant health and system issues
What is this?

Root Rot
How many boards do we use for a frame?
6 stained 8ft boards (96in)

Swiss Chard

Cucumber Seedling
When do we scout
What is this?

Aphids
Before we begin fastening screws we must first make sure that everything is ______
Flush

Cucumber

Tomato Seedling
Why do we have aborted fruit?
Improper pollination

Insect damage
What is simplified hydroponics?
Simplified Hydroponic systems constructed from easily assemble inexpensive materials and operated with minimal monitoring and environmental controls

Basil

Bush Bean Seedling
Why is bolting an issue?
plants turn bitter and cannot be sold

Bolted Lettuce
Why is it important that are screws go in straight?
It may split the wood, disrupt the structural integrity and leave room for water damage
This is important especially on the bottom because that is where water pools and is the base of the structure

Kohlrabi

Eggplant Seedling
Name 5 things we look for when scouting?
Discoloration, wilting, leaf curling, disease, pests, leaks, need to harvest

What is this exactly?
Powdery Mildew
What are the two types of systems we use at Levo?
DFT - Deep Flow Technique
Kratky Method (AKA Bokit Systems)

Okra

Fennel Seedling

What is this exactly?
Bacterial Leaf Spot
Why are non-permanent hydroponic structures important
Rapid deployment and redeployment, which allows for long-term property development without preventing short-term farming and employment.

Callaloo

Pepper Seedling