Qatar's Coldest Winter in Years: How Integra is Protecting Your Crops Home News Qatar's Coldest Winter in Years: How Integra is Protecting Your Crops Qatar's Coldest Winter in Years: How Integra is Protecting Your Crops 24 March. 2025 This winter, Qatar has thrown us a curveball—temperatures have dropped lower than expected, reaching 8ºC, a full 3-4ºC below the norm of recent years. And while this may seem like a small change, it can have a big impact on crops, especially when grown in greenhouses designed to withstand Qatar’s scorching summer heat. At Integra-AT, we’ve been closely monitoring these conditions through our meteorological stations, and we know that these unexpected low temperatures—though above freezing—can lead to serious consequences for crops. Here’s how: Reduced metabolism: Plants slow down, affecting growth and fruit production. Increased risk of diseases like botrytis and mildew, which thrive in damp conditions. Nutrient absorption issues, as plants struggle to absorb essential minerals. Fruit loss or deformation: Temperatures can cause malformations that hurt your yield. Skin damage on fruits, as rapid temperature changes cause stretching marks. But here’s where integra steps in. We’ve designed our greenhouses with the latest technology to face unpredictable climates. We don’t just build for summer—we build for every season. So when the cold hits, here’s how we make sure your crops stay safe: Thermic plastic roof coverings: These prevent rapid temperature fluctuations between day and night, creating a stable environment for your crops. External shade screens: Not only do these reduce radiation and heat during the day, but they also help keep the warmth inside the greenhouse at night, minimizing energy loss. Advanced fertirrigation systems: These computers adjust the nutrient delivery automatically during cold spells, ensuring your plants get what they need. State-of-the-art climate control systems: These systems ventilate the greenhouse in the morning, helping to reduce excess humidity and prevent condensation that could harm the plants. When it comes to protecting your crops, integra doesn’t leave anything to chance. We design greenhouses that are ready for anything—extreme heat, unexpected cold, or anything in between. Your crops deserve the best, and we deliver just that. With integra, your plants are always in safe hands. 🌱💪