Benefits of Hydroponic food production

Hydroponics and Environmental & Health issues

Pesticide free products through biological pest control.

Nutrient solutions may be re-used in other areas such as potted plants and turf management.

Growing mediums can be re-used and recycled.

Hydroponic systems use little or no growing medium.

More intense cropping technique requires less space.

Non-arable land may easily be facilitated.

Year round crop production in Canada reduces transportation of imports and therefore associated solution e.g. fossil fuels.

Promotes an overall awareness of our environment.

Closed recirculating systems allow the grower control of the nutrient solution and therefore exactly what nutrients the plants receive.

Varying nutrient formulas to suit different plants at different stages.

Regular nutrient testing ensures all elements are present in their desired concentrations. Unwanted build ups of undesirable nutrient concentrations, such as nitrites, can be avoided.

Hydroponic plants are more pest resistant.

Control over environmental factors translates to a nutritionally superior, vegetable product.

Vine ripened, Canadian grown produce eliminates consumption of artificial ripening agents and pesticides used on imported produce.

Vine ripened, Canadian grown produce tastes superior and is nutritionally sound.

Hydroponics and Economical and Social issues

Canadian business stimulates Canadian economy for growers, manufacturers of their supplies, as well as distribution, wholesale and retail outlets.

Opens up positions for job training and employment.

Satisfies consumer demand.

Being environmentally friendly is now socially and politically demanded!

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