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An alternative Semi-Autotropic Hydroponics
The expansion of Semi-Autotrophic Hydroponics technology to address the issue of multiplying and disseminating virus-free planting materials for vegetatively propagated crops is challenged by the utilization of imported substrate, namely, KlasmannTS3. In this study, we evaluated the growth parameters and cutting production of cassava genotypes during three subsequent plantlet production cycles using three single substrates, namely, KlasmannTS3 (K), vermiculite (V), and local peat (P), and three blended substrates. The blended substrates were a combination of 25% K and 75% P (K.sub.25 P.sub.75 ), a combination of V and P at respective rates of 25% and 75% (V.sub.25 P.sub.75 ), and respective rates of 10% and 90% (V.sub.10 P.sub.90). All cuttings obtained in one plantlet production cycle were transplanted into the next. The multiplication rate of cutting from cycle 1 to 2 (R1) and cycle 2 to 3 (R2) was calculated as the ratios of the number of cuttings per the number of plantlets in each cycle. K and K.sub.25 P.sub.75 led to similar R1 and R2, except with the genotype IBA961089A, where K.sub.25 P.sub.75 led to a higher R1. Local peat and V solely showed similar cutting multiplication rates, and were lower than V.sub.25 P.sub.75 and V.sub.10 P.sub.90 . Substrates with a higher cutting production also led to a higher plantlet height, leaf, and internode number. V and its combinations with local peat led to the densest plantlet root system. The performance of the substrates contrasted among the genotypes, but IBA961089A mostly outperformed the two other genotypes. We concluded that up to 75% of K and, to a lesser extent 75% of V, can be substituted by P without compromising cutting production. V and P should be combined instead of being used separately.
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Hydroponics for houseplants : an indoor gardener's guide to growing without soil
This book is the answer to anyone who has ever shied away from growing house plants because of messy dirt or fear of things dying if left for a few days without water. Ditch the hassle and learn how to grow plants indoors with nothing but water. --Publisher
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Machine learning insights for sustainable hydroponic cultivation and growth monitoring of allium cepa using smart hydro kit
This research paper emphasizes the growing importance of Allium Cepa (Onions)–a medicinal plant, as a safe and effective alternative to conventional medicinal therapies for both humans and livestock. The increasing concerns over the high costs and side effects of traditional treatments have shifted attention towards herbal medicine, known for its minimal side effects and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, cultivating Onions promotes public health and contributes to economic growth through responsible cultivation and use. The widespread use of machine learning in smart hydroponics is also explained in the manuscript. The study introduces the 'Smart Hydro Kit,' an innovative and compact device designed to monitor and automate the environmental conditions for the hydroponic cultivation of Onions, enhancing sustainability. The performance of onion shoots and bulbs cultivated through hydroponics is compared with soil-based methods using various qualitative and quantitative metrics. Results demonstrate that hydroponic cultivation significantly outperforms soil cultivation. The findings are further validated using the ‘AquaCrop’ simulation tool.
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Aquaponic design plans : everything you need to know from backyard to profitable business
\"This 546-page book provides detailed directions to create and maintain different types of aquaponic systems for all sizes so you can consistently feed your family environmentally friendly sustainable healthy organic food and earn extra income. This valuable how-to resource consists of three important sections: design plans, instructions & everything you need to know about aquaponics; how to set up & operate different types of aquaponic systems of any size; how to turn aquaponics into a profitable venture\" -- From back cover.
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An International Survey of Aquaponics Practitioners
Aquaponics, a combination of fish farming and soilless plant farming, is growing in popularity and gaining attention as an important and potentially more sustainable method of food production. The aim of this study was to document and analyze the production methods, experiences, motivations, and demographics of aquaponics practitioners in the United States (US) and internationally. The survey was distributed online using a chain sampling method that relied on referrals from initial respondents, with 809 respondents meeting the inclusion criteria. The majority of respondents were from the US (80%), male (78%), and had at least a high school degree (91%). The mean age of respondents was 47±13 years old. Most respondents (52%) had three years or less of aquaponics experience. Respondents typically raised tilapia or ornamental fish and a variety of leafy green vegetables, herbs, and fruiting crops. Respondents were most often motivated to become involved in aquaponics to grow their own food, for environmental sustainability reasons, and for personal health reasons. Many respondents employed more than one method to raise crops, and used alternative or environmentally sustainable sources of energy, water, and fish feed. In general, our findings suggest that aquaponics is a dynamic and rapidly growing field with participants who are actively experimenting with and adopting new technologies. Additional research and outreach is needed to evaluate and communicate best practices within the field. This survey is the first large-scale effort to track aquaponics in the US and provides information that can better inform policy, research, and education efforts regarding aquaponics as it matures and possibly evolves into a mainstream form of agriculture.
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The complete idiot's guide to aquaponic gardening
Comprehensive guide to building and caring for an aquaponic garden, and raising organic fish and vegetables together.
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Hydroponics: are we moving towards that direction only because of the environment? A discussion on forecasting and a systems review
During the evolution of the human, agriculture and land utilization was inevitably connected with survival in nature. Human activity was not only restricted to the production of agricultural products but also extended into many other sectors, such as the production of several industrial-made products, mining, and usage of fossil fuels as a standard method of generating electricity. However, the intense urbanization phenomenon ultimately caused, during the last few decades, the degradation of our natural environment. As a result, the quality (and quantity) of produced food we consume has significantly decreased. The need for the evolution of alternative methods of cultivation is constant and always a hot topic, especially in order to confront the multiple problems that conventional agriculture has. Hydroponics, an innovative cultivation method, comes to solve many of these problems.
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