Verkennend onderzoek vroege detectie kiepers in tulp : onderzoek naar de potentie van hyperspectrale-cameratechniek bij de broei van tulpen

This research explores the practical applicability of spectral camera technology for early detection of tipping tulips in tulip forcing. Tipping tulips are those that develop insufficient stem and leaf firmness due to calcium deficiency, causing them to topple over. Although adequate ventilation prevents this significant problem, it requires substantial energy. Through literature study and expert interviews, researchers investigated to what extent spectral camera technology, which can detect tipping 4 days earlier than the naked eye, is practically implementable. The industry shows interest in the technology provided it can be practically implemented and when energy savings outweigh the investment. For successful implementation, the system must be integrable into existing processes, robust in the greenhouse climate, and flexibly applicable in different cultivation systems. Economic analysis indicates that the estimated energy savings of 5-10% alone are insufficient to recover the investment of ~€24,000. The value lies primarily in preventing losses due to tipping tulips. Particularly Vis-NIR cameras (470-900 nm) prove technically suitable. Further validation is needed with larger datasets, testing under various growing conditions, and research into the effectiveness of timely intervention after detection.