Texas farm goes vertical to net tall yields
RED ROCK — In an area of Texas known by locals as “East of Weird” because of its proximity to progressive Austin, a farm is yielding many bushels of fruit and vegetables on a space no larger than a parking space. Being a “computer guy from San Antonio,” now-farmer Larry Johnson says he didn’t know […]
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Hydroponic Nutrients
Fertilizer vs. Hydroponic Nutrients In order to begin a discussion on hydroponic nutrients, it’s important to first distinguish the difference between the terms fertilizer and hydroponic nutrient. Fertilizer is intended to feed the microorganisms in the soil, such as beneficial bacteria and fungi. All of the living components in the soil must be protected, so […]
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EC vs TDS
A quick answer to why we should use EC instead of TDS The debate over EC and TDS has been an ongoing issue for a long time. These two measurements are used to determine the strength of hydroponic solution. Although they are widely used they should only be used as a guideline and you should […]
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Attracting Beneficial Insects
There are millions of species of insects, all trying to survive in the world. When insects cause harm to humans or the things we care about (plants, animals, buildings, etc.), they are considered pests. Only 1% to 3% of all insect species in the world have ever been considered pests. There are a number of […]
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Best Light for Plant Growth
We all know that light is crucial for plant growth, but many growers don’t know what to look for when choosing light bulbs, or why their plants need a specific type of light. In this article, we’ll cover why plants need light, and the best type of bulbs for plant growth. Photosynthesis is the process […]
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An EzGro Garden At Amalie Arena
Towers Provide Fresh Produce at Hockey Arena What types of food do you eat while watching an ice hockey game at a stadium? For most people, the answer would be pizza, chicken wings and beer. A hockey stadium in Tampa, Florida has changed this norm to include fresh produce on the menu for both hockey […]
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Organic Does Not Mean “No Pesticides”
Many people believe that organic produce does not contain pesticides, which is a common misconception. In order to become certified organic, 95% of the chemicals a farm uses must be certified organic. This means that 5% of the pesticides, fertilizer, or herbicides may be synthetic! Organic farmers can use as much organic pesticide (pesticide that […]
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How Plants Uptake Nutrients
Nutrients play an important role in many plant processes. Nitrogen, for example, is a component of both amino acids (the building blocks of protein) and chlorophyll (the green pigment present in all plants). Phosphorous is essential to the formation of a plant’s DNA and RNA, and potassium is crucial to growth regulation and photosynthesis. Aside […]
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What is Aquaponics
Welcome back! Let’s keep discussing the different categories of hydroponics. If you haven’t read our Foundation of Hydroponics article, check it out first, then meet back here. Just to recap, the first category that is used to classify hydroponic systems is called the Class of Hydroponics, and it describes how plant roots are supported in […]
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What is Aquaculture
There are a few different ways to classify hydroponic systems, and one way is to determine where in the world the nutrients come from. The category, “Nutrient Derivations” includes three sources of nutrients that may be used in a hydroponic system: Hydroponic, Bioponic & Aquaculture. Remember that the term Hydroponic is used to describe all […]
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pH Measurement
pH measurement is used in a wide variety of applications: agriculture, wastewater treatment, industrial processes, environmental monitoring, and in research and development. pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. The pH value states the relative quantity of hydrogen ions (H+) contained in a solution. The greater the concentration of H+ […]
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What is Aeroponics
There are so many different types of hydroponics! Let’s continue to expand on the different categories of the technology. If you haven’t read our Foundation of Hydroponics article, consider going back and checking it out. Just to recap, the first category that is used to classify hydroponic systems is called the Class of Hydroponics, and […]
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