Throughout the 18^th and 19^th centuries the technology of greenhouses was refined. Water supply in greenhouses became the norm and central heating came into use. In 1806, the first all-glass greenhouse was built. This structure no longer depended on load-bearing walls, which further optimised light availability and climate control. As for biosecurity measures, the focus shifted to steam sterilisation of soil and materials and the use of sulphur fumes to combat fungi.

In the Victorian era, greenhouses evolved into the form we recognise today. Large glass-and-steel structures became prestigious showpieces as well as practical tools. The combination of improved materials, more efficient heating, and a better understanding of botanical needs made greenhouses a widely applicable technology.

Looking ahead, technology will further transform greenhouse cultivation. Sensors, data-driven climate control, and advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning are enabling more precise management of temperature, light, humidity, and nutrients. Roam Technology closely monitors the latest technological trends, which is visible with our integrated fully automatic injections and dosing systems. This way we can help farmers transform their operations to be more efficient and precise.

As a company we’re constantly evolving together with our customers and the horticultural sector, because greenhouses will keep evolving in ways we can’t even imagine yet.