Small nutrient tanks vs. large nutrient tanks
The basis on which to choose a small nutrient tank or large nutrient tank will be: The relative volume circulating at any given time in...
Category Archives: Systems
Hydroponics systems consist of two parts, the structure and irrigation system. Structures can be made of various materials such as glass, shade net etc. The irrigation system is either ‘open’ or ‘closed’.
Position of hydroponic nutrient tanks and catch-up tanks
Hydroponic nutrient tanks can be made from any type of material as long as it does not react or cause a reaction with the nutrient...
How to install dripper irrigation on sloped land
Efficiently design dripper irrigation systems will ensure long term durability with minimum maintenance. The ideal requirements for efficient operation of dripper systems are: The delivery...
The secret of successful plastic gullies in closed hydroponic systems
Plastic gullies (or also called hydro-liners) are made from thick durable plastic with a thickness between 125 micron and 500 micron. The recommended thickness to...
How to prevent blocked drippers
Blocked drippers is a cause of frustration. It happens all the time and is something all growers must be wary of. Blockages occur due to...
Closed hydroponic systems – the basics
Over the years, closed hydroponic systems have been criticized quite often for their high initial capital cost and the perception that these systems have a...
Open hydroponic systems – the basics
Open hydroponic systems, or bag culture systems, are the most widely used hydroponic systems in Africa. They are used for the production of crops such...
Which cladding should be used for greenhouses
Solar radiation is the most important factor affecting plant growth. Without light plants will not grow. Plants require a very narrow spectrum of solar light...
Greenhouse size – Important factors to take into account
Greenhouse size is determined by the width and height. The height will determine climate inside the greenhouse and the width will determine what crops you...
Greenhouse structure – what works
There are a huge number of types of greenhouse structures available. The structural design will mainly depend on various factors such as: Crops that will...
5 Important facts about greenhouse design that you should know
The design of a production system consisting of a greenhouse, irrigation system, packing facility, heating system and transport system is an extremely complicated procedure which...
Greenhouse location – four important fact to consider
Hydroponic systems consist of the overhead structure creating a suitable climate for optimum plant growth and the irrigation system providing all the nutrients. Deciding on...
What type of crops are suitable for hydroponics
Although most crops can be grown in some derivative of a hydroponic system, not all crops can be grown successfully on a commercial scale throughout...
Advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics
There are many advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics and field grown farming systems. It is however important that the system chosen should provide the highest...
What is hydroponics
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants in a medium, other than soil, using mixtures of the essential plant nutrients, which are dissolved in water....
