Growing Organic versus Hydroponics

Hydroponics

Standered VerisonColllege Level9th Grade There is currently a popular debate about the value of “organic” growing and its methods, including organic fertilizer and pest control methods that don’t cause harm to the planet.  It is important to note that hydroponic...

The Essential Differences Between Hydroponic and Soil Plant Growth

Hydroponics

Growing in Soil Growing Hydroponically Soil microorganisms are necessary to break down soil particles into the basic elements of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and trace elements.. Balanced nutrient formula is dissolved directly into water so plants receive perfect...

Butterfly

Beneficial Insects

Butterflies are beautiful, graceful creatures and there are over 20,000 different species located in many parts of the world.  They also provide a very important service for the plant kingdom: pollination.  While they perch on a flower to drink the nectar...

Why Use Hydroponics

Hydroponics

The ability to produce higher yields than traditional, soil-based agriculture Allowing food to be grown and consumed in areas of the world that cannot support crops in the soil Eliminating the need for massive pesticide use (considering most pests live in the soil),...

Efficient And Economical Food Production Systems

Hydroponics

With the recent price increases in food, especially fresh fruits and vegetables, there is a real challenge in providing a family with the recommended 5-a-day servings of produce. Fresh vegetables and fruits are essential to good health. This is not a new idea, but a...