Seed trays, also known as seedling or nursery trays, are used in agriculture and horticulture to germinate seeds and raise seedlings before transplanting them to their permanent location, offering advantages like space efficiency, controlled environments, and ease of transplanting.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of their uses:
1. Seed Germination and Seedling Growth:
Controlled Environment:
Seed trays create a microenvironment that helps maintain optimal moisture and temperature levels, crucial for seed germination
Space Efficiency:
Ease of Use:
2. Advantages for Gardeners and Farmers:
Uniformity:
Easy Transplanting:
Reduced Seed Waste:
Protection
3. Types of Seed Trays:
Seed Trays:
These are specifically designed to hold multiple seeds,
Module Trays:
Grow Trays:
4. Applications:
* Commercial Groweth
* Home Gardeners:
* Hydroponics: