We are witnessing highly unpredictable weather patterns the world over due to effects of climate change. Farmers are finding it difficult to rely on monsoon for growing their crops and are looking for convenient and effective alternatives for farming. Hydroponic farming is one such innovative method which lets one grow crops no matter which season. This method can be adopted to grow fruits, herbs and vegetables all year round. While it is always recommended to take professional guidance to set up a hydroponic farm, there are umpteen DIY solutions available to get started. Once you learn the proper way to get going, a hydroponic farm is easy to set up and maintain.
Advantages of Hydroponic farming?
The best part of hydroponic farming is that it uses no soil or sunlight. It also consumes far less water than traditional agriculture. Farmers can grow crops and vegetables all year round, irrespective of the prevailing season.Experts at Neogreen claim that hydroponic systems are more efficient and faster at producing crops as compared to conventional agriculture. This mainly happens because this system does not depend on unpredictable weather and is created to use resources efficiently.
How to get started with Hydroponic farming:
It is relatively easier to set up a hydroponic farm for growing vegetables. The setup is not expensive and also does not take a lot of space. You just need a few pieces of PVC pipes and a water pump. And your easy to maintain hydroponic garden will be ready.
So far as materials are needed, you will require PVC pipes, a varieties of L joints and smaller pipes. The video given above has demonstrated the use of a piped framework to hold the hydroponic system. However, you can get the same framework fabricated in mild steel from a welding shop for a sturdier setup. Ensure that the pipes are leak-proof as water constantly flows thrown the system. Any leakage in the joints will jeopardise the setup.
To begin with, tap water is good enough, however, you need to add essential nutrients and other compound mixtures to the water to make the plants grow healthy. You also need to check the pH level of the solution from time to time and adjust it to recommended levels. Different plants need different pH levels and these instructions can be provided by Neogreen hydroponic experts.
Hydroponic farming is not a hands-off outdoor farming. You need to monitor the water flow, the pH of the water and the right amount of nutrients that your crops need for sustenance. It is also fun to grow different plants and watch them thrive in your own house. You can invite your friends and relatives to show this new hobby and boast how you are contributing towards a green earth with sustainable farming.
Where can I purchase a complete hydroponic setup?
There is nothing satisfying than assembling your own DIY hydroponic setup, and watch your plants grow and bloom. However, if you are not that good at building things from scratch, there are a variety of hydroponic setups readily available with Neogreen. These setups are pre-built and space saving. You can order one as per the space which is available in your backyard or terrace. These hydroponic setups can also be created as per your requirements and the type of plants you need to grow. Our experts will be more than happy to guide you and help you set up the farm.
Hydroponic setups require no direct sunlight and the plants can thrive in ambient light or greenhouses. You need bare minimum space to set up these installations. A space of 2 sq.ft., for example, is sufficient to grow 25 large plants. Our seeds are 100% organic, non-GMO fruits, vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers. We ship more than 40 varieties all over India.
Neogreen also sells ready-to-setup pods that take around four weeks to harvest. You can grow leafy vegetables like lettuce, spinach, kale and romaine. You may also like to grow tomatoes, jalapenos, cucumbers and a host of herbs like sage, thyme, rosemary and basil. We also provide a smartphone app that can be connected to the setup that automates the process with the help of Artificial Intelligence. Gone are the olden days of conventional farming, be smart and adopt smart technology for maximum yield. Neogreen shows the way!
