Hydroponics for Beginners

Hydroponics for Beginners
Author: Viktor Garden
Publisher:
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2020-02-26
Genre:
ISBN:

Do you want to learn how to quickly grow fruits, herbs and vegetables hydroponically at home? If yes, then keep reading... Hydroponics has been adopted in many parts of the world as a commercial farming method and has become an established branch of agronomy. Hydroponic plants can provide you a high yield with very little space and on an economical budget. The amount of investment you do for commercial farming would be many folds higher compared to hydroponic plants. Also, many people prefer hydroponic farming because they can be more easily ensured to be organic and have fewer amounts of chemicals and pesticides. Hydroponics can be a very fun and rewarding hobby that also provides you and your family quality produce at a very minimum price as compared to your nearest vegetable or grocery market The ancient Aztecs built floating rafts on which they planted vegetable gardens. Europeans have been studying hydroponics since Francis Bacon wrote about his research in the 17th century. The term hydroponics was coined in 1937. If humans ever colonize the Moon or travel to Mars, hydroponics will make it possible for them to produce food. Already, there is a hydroponic garden at the South Pole! This book covers the following topics: What is Hydroponics? Advantages and Disadvantages Equipment's Lighting and Heat Hydroponics Grow System Different Types of Hydroponics Garden Best Plants for Hydroponics Nutrient Solutions Nutrient Most common Problems Strategies to avoid insects Safeguards ...And much more All hydroponic systems have a few things in common. The plants are rooted in a growing medium of some sort, typically fiberglass or clay pellets. This medium provides structural support, but no nutrients. The plants are then fed a nutrient solution, in such a way that the roots get all the water and nutrients that they need and enough air to avoid suffocation and decay. Want to learn more? Don't wait anymore, press the buy now button and get started.

Hydroponics

Hydroponics
Author: Andy Jacobson
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-03-02
Genre: Aquaponics
ISBN: 9781530336043

"It's undeniable that hydroponics allows for greater control over the challenging factors that soil brings. The ultimate goal of this book is to allow you to wave goodbye and say a final farewell to the stubbornness of soil." -- p. [4] of cover.

Complete Guide for Growing Plants Hydroponically

Complete Guide for Growing Plants Hydroponically
Author: J. Benton Jones, Jr.
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2014-02-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 143987669X

With the continued implementation of new equipment and new concepts and methods, such as hydroponics and soilless practices, crop growth has improved and become more efficient. Focusing on the basic principles and practical growth requirements, the Complete Guide for Growing Plants Hydroponically offers valuable information for the commercial growe

Hydroponics

Hydroponics
Author: Demeter Guides
Publisher:
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2020-03-23
Genre:
ISBN:

No, You Don't Have To Spend A Fortune On Your Hydroponic Garden - Here's The Affordable And Hassle-Free Hydroponic Method You've Been Dreaming Of! Are you interested in gardening but your favorite plants don't grow well in your climate? Do you want to eat organic veggies all year round without busting your household budget? Are you wondering if there's a beginner-friendly alternative to hi-tech hydroponics systems? Read carefully because you're going to learn something new right now. You've probably heard of hydroponics, a way to grow plants without soil by providing them with liquid nutrients. It almost sounds too good to be true: hydroponics lets you grow anything in any climate without even using a drop of pesticides. However, a quick internet search for hydroponics can be utterly discouraging. You'll probably find pictures that look like stills from a sci-fi movie, and you'll quickly see that hydroponic equipment can easily cost thousands of dollars. As a beginner, how are you going to operate all that hi-tech equipment? And do you really need to invest thousands just to grow some lettuce? Well, here's the honest truth. Hydroponics doesn't have to be expensive or complicated - you can set up a fully functional system for as little as $80. And you can literally grow your favorite veggies in mason jars. This book will show you how. As you go through this book, you will: Discover the Kratky method - the easiest way to grow plants without soil Choose and buy the best equipment for your hydroponic garden Assemble your Kratky system by following a simple step-by-step guide Feed your plants with the best nutrient solutions on the market Take care of your hydroponic garden like a pro and avoid beginner mistakes Keep your plants healthy with a few simple techniques Enjoy your delicious homegrown food! But what if you're a complete newbie? Well, this book is written for people just like you - it patiently explains every step and carefully helps you avoid typical pitfalls. Even if the only plant that survived your current gardening skills is a plastic flower, you'll nail hydroponic gardening on the first try! Yes, you've read it right: the Kratky method isn't just the easiest hydroponics method - it's also much easier than conventional gardening! No guesswork, no tedious maintenance, no digging around in dirt - that's why the Kratky method is also known as the "set-it-and-forget-it" method. As long as you know which end of a plant should be facing up and as long as you follow the instructions closely, you'll be harvesting your favorite veggies in no time - without the hassle of weeding and watering, and without spending a fortune on equipment! Are you ready to get started? Scroll up, click the "Buy Now with 1-Click" button and Get Your Copy Now!

The Vertical Farm

The Vertical Farm
Author: Dickson Despommier
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2010-10-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1429946040

"The vertical farm is a world-changing innovation whose time has come. Dickson Despommier's visionary book provides a blueprint for securing the world's food supply and at the same time solving one of the gravest environmental crises facing us today."--Sting Imagine a world where every town has their own local food source, grown in the safest way possible, where no drop of water or particle of light is wasted, and where a simple elevator ride can transport you to nature's grocery store - imagine the world of the vertical farm. When Columbia professor Dickson Despommier set out to solve America's food, water, and energy crises, he didn't just think big - he thought up. Despommier's stroke of genius, the vertical farm, has excited scientists, architects, and politicians around the globe. Now, in this groundbreaking book, Despommier explains how the vertical farm will have an incredible impact on changing the face of this planet for future generations. Despommier takes readers on an incredible journey inside the vertical farm, buildings filled with fruits and vegetables that will provide local food sources for entire cities. Vertical farms will allow us to: - Grow food 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - Protect crops from unpredictable and harmful weather - Re-use water collected from the indoor environment - Provide jobs for residents - Eliminate use of pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides - Drastically reduce dependence on fossil fuels - Prevent crop loss due to shipping or storage - Stop agricultural runoff Vertical farms can be built in abandoned buildings and on deserted lots, transforming our cities into urban landscapes which will provide fresh food grown and harvested just around the corner. Possibly the most important aspect of vertical farms is that they can built by nations with little or no arable land, transforming nations which are currently unable to farm into top food producers. In the tradition of the bestselling The World Without Us, The Vertical Farm is a completely original landmark work destined to become an instant classic.

Hydroponics

Hydroponics
Author: Toshiki Asao
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2012-03-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9535103865

Hydroponics-A standard methodology for plant biological researches provides useful information on the requirements and techniques needs to be considered in order to grow crops successfully in hydroponics. The main focuses of this book are preparation of hydroponic nutrient solution, use of this technique for studying biological aspects and environmental controls, and production of vegetables and ornamentals hydroponically. The first chapter of this book takes a general description of nutrient solution used for hydroponics followed by an outline of in vitro hydroponic culture system for vegetables. Detailed descriptions on use of hydroponics in the context of scientific research into plants responses and tolerance to abiotic stresses and on the problems associated with the reuse of culture solution and means to overcome it are included. Some chapters provides information on the role of hydroponic technique in studying plant-microbe-environment interaction and in various aspects of plant biological research, and also understanding of root uptake of nutrients and thereof role of hydroponics in environmental clean-up of toxic and polluting agents. The last two chapters outlined the hydroponic production of cactus and fruit tree seedlings. Leading research works from around the world are brought together in this book to produce a valuable source of reference for teachers, researcher, and advanced students of biological science and crop production.

How to Grow More Vegetables, Ninth Edition

How to Grow More Vegetables, Ninth Edition
Author: John Jeavons
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2017-07-25
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 0399579192

The world's leading resource on biointensive, sustainable, high-yield organic gardening is thoroughly updated throughout, with new sections on using 12 percent less water and increasing compost power. Long before it was a trend, How to Grow More Vegetables brought backyard ecosystems to life for the home gardener by demonstrating sustainable growing methods for spectacular organic produce on a small but intensive scale. How to Grow More Vegetables has become the go-to reference for food growers at every level, whether home gardeners dedicated to nurturing backyard edibles with minimal water in maximum harmony with nature's cycles, or a small-scale commercial producer interested in optimizing soil fertility and increasing plant productivity. In the ninth edition, author John Jeavons has revised and updated each chapter, including new sections on using less water and increasing compost power.

HYDROPONICS FOR BEGINNERS

HYDROPONICS FOR BEGINNERS
Author: Matthew Colery
Publisher:
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2021-12-05
Genre:
ISBN: 9781803611808

Do you want to create your very own soil-free garden? Have you heard of hydroponic gardens before, but you're not sure where to begin? You're in the right place! Hydroponic gardens are a great way to grow plants without the soil and all the mess - but how can you build one of these amazing gardens? And how does this incredible process work? Inside this guide, you'll discover an insightful exploration of hydroponic gardens, and how you can grow your own plants with ease. Containing a breakdown of the fundamentals, including the science behind the nutrient solutions, this book also explores how you can build your own hydroponic garden and grow a wide variety of plants. In this book you will learn: - The History of Hydroponics - How Hydroponics Works - Step by step guide to growing plants hydroponically - The difference between gardening and hydroponics - The main six types of hydroponic system - How hydroponic systems are built - Tricks to grow plants better And much more!! Even if you're completely new to hydroponics, never done a day of gardening in your life and are looking for the perfect way to get your hands dirty with gardening, or you're a veteran green thumb curious about the no-soil gardening technique, this guide is chock full of information that will take your gardening skills to the next level. Start your hydroponic gardening adventure today!

Small-scale Aquaponic Food Production

Small-scale Aquaponic Food Production
Author: Christopher Somerville
Publisher: Fao
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Aquaponics
ISBN: 9789251085325

This technical paper begins by introducing the concept of aquaponics, including a brief history of its development and its place within the larger category of soil-less culture and modern agriculture. It discusses the main theoretical concepts of aquaponics, including the nitrogen cycle and the nitrification process, the role of bacteria, and the concept of balancing an aquaponic unit. It then moves on to cover important considerations of water quality parameters, water testing, and water sourcing for aquaponics, as well as methods and theories of unit design, including the three main methods of aquaponic systems: media beds, nutrient film technique, and deep water culture. The publication discusses in detail the three groups of living organisms (bacteria, plants and fish) that make up the aquaponic ecosystem. It also presents management strategies and troubleshooting practices, as well as related topics, specifically highlighting local and sustainable sources of aquaponic inputs. The publication also includes nine appendixes that present other key topics: ideal conditions for common plants grown in aquaponics; chemical and biological controls of common pests and diseases including a compatible planting guide; common fish diseases and related symptoms, causes and remedies; tools to calculate the ammonia produced and biofiltration media required for a certain fish stocking density and amount of fish feed added; production of homemade fish feed; guidelines and considerations for establishing aquaponic units; a cost-benefit analysis of a small-scale, media bed aquaponic unit; a comprehensive guide to building small-scale versions of each of the three aquaponic methods; and a brief summary of this publication designed as a supplemental handout for outreach, extension and education.