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Hydroponics Growing Information for BeginnersEven at a time when there’s a lot more resources around the popular idea of hydroponic indoor or greenhouse gardening, too many beginning growers still have no idea how to go about the basics of cultivating hydroponics plants. A simple multistep guide can go a long way toward educating first-timers on what goes into setting up a basic hydroponics project and giving plants the opportunity to thrive.Knowing Your Plants Hydroponics growers raise all kind …

Unlikely Gardeners? All Kinds of Folks are Enjoying the Hydroponics RevolutionHere’s a story we recently found about a fellow living in Port Arthur, Texas who decided to trade in his industrial job for an exciting hydroponics gardening business. This article from the Port Arthur Times features Abe Paninski, and his efforts to get the word out about his ABC Hydro business. This coverage shows Paninski evangelizing in airports, hitting public events, and otherwise educating the public about why hy …

A Scalable Product: Looking at Cottage Industries in AmericaFrom time to time, we hear about federal efforts to encourage exports or other projects aimed at balancing a massive trade deficit, but we also hear local stories about individuals who are trying to turn the tide when it comes to revitalizing manufacturing and other ‘dying trades’ in America.One recent example is this story in CNN Living that is based on individuals who sign up for specific continuing education aimed at promoting actual …

The “Women of Hope” Project: Hydroponics with a HeartWhile many of us tend to think about hydroponics gardening as yet another one of those technical, construction oriented fields that’s somewhat male-dominated, others are suggesting that the role of women in indoor and greenhouse growing is now emerging at a time when families around the world can be empowered by these kinds of local food systems.We recently heard about something called the Women of Hope project, which involved a woman who left …

Looking for that boost to help build muscle in a workout? Some natural fruits and vegetables are helpful in assisting bodybuilders and others with building that perfect physique. Here are some popular choices for adding the right menu to a fitness regimen.1. BeansLegumes of all kinds have loads of protein, and that’s what muscles crave after a workout. Higher amounts of protein help in converting calories to muscular strength, and that’s why items like lentils, beans and edamame can be good for …