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NFT: New Hydro Setups for 2013When we talk to large numbers of hydroponics growers about their approaches to these kinds of projects, we’re often surprised at how few of them have heard about some of them newest and most innovative techniques for hydroponic gardening. One of these that a lot of people are talking about is NFT or nutrient film technique, a method that’s focused on getting the right amount of nutrient solution directly to plant roots.What is Nutrient Film Technique?In nutrient fil …

A Full Range of Plant Support SystemsWe’ve previously talked about some of the items that hydroponics systems use in order to support the actual weight of hydroponic plants, but growers in many different scenarios need to think about exactly how to best nurture plants that are likely to struggle to hold their own weight. Many different kinds of hydroponic plants, especially those with heavier fruit, have trouble maintaining balance and equilibrium without some kind of support. It’s critical to t …

Using HEPA Filters in HydroponicsA new type of air filters called HEPA filters can be effective for many different kinds of projects. However, not all hydroponics growers know that these filters can be useful in a greenhouse gardening environment. Using HEPA filters or similar products can help with a spectrum of problems that hydroponics growers are likely to encounter at some point during a plant cycle.Using HEPA Filters for Mold or BacteriaOne way the hydroponics growers like to use HEPA filt …

Minor Adjustments in HydroponicsWhen growers meet up to talk about what they encounter in the process of growing hydroponic vegetables or other plants, they often end up talking about many of the little adjustments that need to be made from time to time in order to make sure that plants have the right environment. Many of these involve various strategies for monitoring a reservoir, which is the basic common water source for hydroponic plants. Here are some of the things that growers often talk a …

Does Your University Have a Hydroponics Blog?If you’re looking for good sources of information on hydroponic gardening, one likely place to look is at the web site of a college or university. Many schools are now embracing the idea that hydroponics is a cutting-edge agricultural technology that is going to provide a major amount of food for future world populations. Hydroponics is also a good tool for teaching science, which is another reason why schools are setting up their own resources based …