The many benefits of Rockwool as a Growing Substrate for Hydroponic Systems
In my last post, I gave a brief overview of how rockwool is made; This post will focus on the benefits of using rockwool as a substrate in hydroponic systems….
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Month: November 2017
Aquaponics: The Lessons I’ve Learned
I was fortunate enough to begin my journey in the CEA industry with a job at an aquaponics facility in New York, and I wouldn’t change that experience for the…
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Tips for time management at hydroponic commercial operations (NFT)
Time management is such a large component to any agriculture operation. Although automation is becoming more and more popular, you may need to get it all done without the help…
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Take a Trip Inside a Modern Hydroponics Facility
Indoor cannabis cultivation has moved out of the dimly-lit basements and garages operated by renegade activists, patients, and green thumbs. Nowadays, massive legal grows occupy sprawling warehouses and multi-million dollar…
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Antarctic Farm Could One Day Journey to Mars
Antarctica is no place for a tomato. But starting in January 2018, researchers at the German Antarctic research station, Neumayer III, will begin growing not only tomatoes but also lettuces, herbs,…
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US: Looking for a greenhouse opportunity in Illinois?
A 3.75 acre greenhouse in Taylorville is being offered for sale or lease. It is centrally located in Illinois, has been used for growing flowers, herbs and vegetables, and has…
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