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MISSION"It is our Mission to take Hydroponics, as a technology, to every Indian household by reducing the barriers to entry for all. It is our dream to see every home and land owner adopt this technique in India in the next fteen years".

VISIONOur vision is to see India as a power in the eld of horticulture. To wipe the woes of every farmer in India in the next twenty years by providing cutting edge technology. We want every Indian Farmer to say it with pride "I am proud to be a farmer!"

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T he first edition of Soilless Gardening Conference and Mini-Expo kicks off on February 78, in Mumbai, India with an exciting conference program, training session and impressive mini-expo part. The event will bring together the key decision makers from the hydroponic industry with hobbyist, enthusiasts and professionals from the field.

The Conference will be inaugurated at 10 am with the welcome address delivered by the organizers. Then on the stage will step up the world renowned author and a true innovator in the hydroponics industry William Texier to walk us around the history of Hydroponics worldwide. There will be some useful insights and impressive facts from the local development of the sector in India. The programme will continue with the revealing of the secrets of the vertical gardening and the grow media in the soilless gardening. After the lunch the attendees will face the practical reality of the GHEs Family Farm a product that allows you to grow your own vegetables at home. The first day will end with a round table discussion that will feature important aspects such as:

Hydroponics in the Modern Economy

Animal feed and hydroponics technologies in India

Family hydroponics farms in India; challenges and solutions.

Indian hydroponics shops

Biostimulants; For or Against?

General Industry Discussions

The full program lineup for Soilless gardening Conference can be found at page 05.

Aditya Chaudhary [email protected]

Sandesh Shingote [email protected]

Aditya ChaudharyPublisher

Sandesh ShingoteCo-founder

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Free EntryThe entrance to the conference room is only afTer preliminary online regiSTraTion and subsequent Invitation.

The second day is dedicated to the Simplified Hydroponics/Soil-less Urban Cultivation Workshop, delivered by Hydroponic Greenhouse Technologies India Private Limited, Bangalore (HGTIPL). This is one of the only trainers in this field in India with a reputation for excellence in training, with more than 5000 trained students in less than 5 years.

During the break between the 2 training sessions, for 2 hours the attendees will be able to meet in person Mr. William Texier and even get a signed copy of his best-selling book Hydroponics for Everybody.

For those who want to dig deeper into the field there are topics such as: Hydroponics. What is it and how can you start? Differences between soil and hydroponics cultivation (physical, chemical etc.) Different technologies regrouped under the word hydroponics Different substrates used in hydro Nutrition and supplementation: clear definition of each category and rapid overview of supplements. Lightning of Plants (photo-culture flowers, vegetables, salad, sprouts)

will have the opportunity to learn directly from the one of the most innovative thinkers and experienced professionals from the sector such as Mr. Texier.

Aditya Chaudhary [email protected]

Sandesh Shingote [email protected]

About Soilless Gardening Conference and Mini-Expo 2014

The Soilless Gardening Conference and Mini-Expo 2014 is a production of Soilless Gardening Magazine. This is a publication specialized in Hydroponics, Indoor Gardening, Roof Top Gardening, Vertical Gardening, Urban Garden, Kitchen Garden, Aquaponics, Green wall, Nutrients, Organic Farming, Horticulture, Commercial farming & greenhouse business and Greenhouses of India. The magazines main objective is to help develop the soilless gardening industry of India by popularizing world manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers in the region through various marketing approaches and events and by connecting companies with new partners and customers.

The Soilless Gardening Conference and Mini-Expo 2014 gratefully acknowledges the generous support of its major supporters and friends: GHE, ELT India, HydroFarm, Sivanthi Joe Substrates, AIKGA, Greenfield Hydroponic System Inc., Trade India, Mayuresh Industries, MAMA Publishing, Greenley High-Tech Engineers PVT Ltd, Hydroponic Greenhouse Technologies India P Ltd., Trimpro.

To learn more about Soilless Gardening Conference and Mini-Expo 2014, please visit our official website or join us on February 78 at Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre, India.

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12:00 18:00 Mini-Expo In Exhibition HALLMini-Expo attendance is complete free and everyone is welcome!

Conference In Conference HALL Conference attendance is only on Invitation Basis!

09:0010:00 Registration of Visitors of Conference and Welcome Tea (Each visitor will receive a gift bag)10:00 10:30 Inauguration, Lamp lighting and Welcome Speech10:30 11:15 History of HydroponicsMr. William Texier General Hydroponics Europe11:15 11:45 History of Hydroponics in India11:45 12:15 Greenwall, Vertical gardeningMr. Pradeep Barpande ELT India12:15 12:45 Growmedia in HydroponicsMr. Fabio Invernizzi Huntsman International12:45 13:45 LuNCH BREAK13:45 14:30 The hydroponic Family Farm: not only a concept, but also a practical realityNoucetta Kehdy, General Hydroponics Europe14:30 15:30 Round Table Discussion15:30 16:00 Coffee break16:00 17:00 Round Table Discussion

ROUND TABLE SUBJECTS: Hydroponics in the Modern Economy Animal feed and hydroponics technologies in India Family hydroponics farms in India; challenges and solutions Indian hydroponics shops Biostimulants; For or Against? General Industry Discussions

10:00 18:00 Mini-Expo

Mini-Expo attendance is complete free and everyone is welcome!

09:30 13:00 Training Programme in Simplified Hydroponics by Hydroponic Greenhouse Technologies India P Ltd

CONFERENCE PROGRAM:

The entrance to the conference room is only after preliminary online registration.

13:00 15:00 Presentation and book signing of William Texier book Hydroponics for EverybodyWilliam Texier, General Hydroponics Europe Hydroponics. What is it and how can you start? Differences between soil and hydro-ponics cultivation (physical, chemical etc.) Different technologies regrouped under the word hydroponics Different substrates used in hydro Nutrition and supplementation: clear definition of each category and rapid over view of supplements Lightning of Plants (photo-culture flowers, vegetables, salad, sprouts)

15:00 17:30 Continuation of Training Programme in Simplified Hydroponics by Hydroponic Greenhouse Technologies India P Ltd

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MamaPublishing - The Worldwide ReferencesBooks for Pioneers of Soilless Gardening

A s the interest for modern and alternative ways of gardening grows all over the world, pioneers are experimenting, developing new methods and trying to spread the word about soilless growing. When it comes to that, MamaPublishing is not to be overlooked.

Tigrane Hadengue and Michka Seeliger-Chatelain created MamaPublishing in 2012 in Spain, as the sister company of MamaEditions that they founded in 2000 in Paris,

France. After thirteen years of experience and about 30 French titles, they decided to evolve into international reference books specializing in the fields of indoor and high-tech gardening. With MamaPublishing we wanted to develop our gardening series while reaching a wider audience, from domestic gardeners to professionals, says Tigrane. While expanding, they have kept the same vision: publishing high-quality works, supporting internationally recognized authors and being authentic. And it has worked!

Their book Hydroponics for Everybody by William Texier, has been a real success all around the world. First published in French, it is now translated into English, Spanish, German, Czech and Russian. And there are more to come! says Michka. The Dutch and Italian versions are in progress. "Because they cover everything about home horticulture and are well illustrated, those books are bibles for people who want to work on basic gardening or high-tech installations, and that is why they are such hits."


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Culture en Intrieur by Jorge Cervantes, available in 3 formats Master, Basic and soon Mini is also a MamaPublishing bestseller, with more than 70,000 copies sold. The author is a worldwide reference for indoor gardening and those books which target both professionals and enthusiasts are sold all over the world.

MamaPublishing has developed an innovative concept with these series. Not only are the books practical guides for indoor gardening

and hydroponics, but they also provide people with a directory of professionals. " It is not always easy to find your way around in highly specialized sectors such as hydroponics. We wanted to help readers to get in touch with all types of professionals and also to provide them with information about festivals and trade shows. The directories, which are updated every year are also an unconventional way for distributors to advertise. By adding those lists of professionals at the end of

their books, MamaPublishing turns them into real tools, reaching a large public and giving their advertisers a lasting worldwide visibility.

Based in France, Tigrane and Michka travel all around the world to trade shows and festivals. They will attend "The Soilless Gardening Expo" In Mumbai, India on February 7 and 8. You will be able to find them at booth 18.

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GeneRal HydRoPonic europe

G eneral Hydroponics was founded in the mid 70's near San Francisco, California, by a group of scientists, researchers and technicians. Today, GH is recognised by the international scientific community for its reliability, the quality of its products and its sense of innovation.

Within a few years, its reputation crossed international borders, extending to Canada, Australia, and on to Europe, where GH Europe was established in 1995, in the south-west of France.

Since the beginning our objectives have remained the same: to stay at the cutting edge of technology, to offer the best quality of service, and to bring solutions for some of the environmental problems that our planet faces today.

Our technology is called "Aero-hydroponics": plants grow without substrate, in a perfectly balanced flow of nutritive solution, saturated with oxygen. (A more detailed description follows).

Thanks to its flexibility, this alternative growing method holds an enormous potential of opportunities. It can be adapted to most situations, allowing one

to grow anywhere, from the city to the most remote country-side.

One of the first concepts we developed in California was the "Family Farm". A Family Farm allows a family or individual wherever they are based, to produce part of the vegetables they consume, eliminating the expensive middlemen, and eventually providing surplus to sell within the local farmer's markets, co-ops, restaurants, etc.

In our greenhouse in the south of France, we study the potential of several high cash crops, that will give the grower an alternative to traditional crops, and will allow him to step out of the vicious circle of subsidies.

We especially study the field of medicinal plants, where there exists a constant demand of quality stock, and where it is urgent today to stop the gathering of many endangered species, as is the case, for instance, of Arnica montana. Our research is aimed on selecting the right species, optimising their harvest and increasing their content in active principles.

Today, after years of research, we are proud to offer you a new concept in growing: Bioponics or organic hydroponics (Patent N 0511569), which associates

the advantages of hydroponics with those of organic cultivation, within the concept of durable development.

Aware of the insufficiencies in the food and water supply on the planet, we participate in food development projects in the third world. Indeed, by adapting our technology to the existing resources,we teach populations a way to provide for their immediate basic needs and to create, whenever possible, an unexpected but well needed source of income.

As environmentalists, when possible we utilise recycled materials. To respond to the problem of electrical consumption, we are currently testing in California, the first systems powered by solar energy.

Our line of products is vast, often unique, and always in evolution. It is developed by our team of researchers, thoroughly studied, and then tested in our greenhouses in California and in France. Today our products are used by growers worldwide. They are sought after by the most important laboratories in the world and NASA uses Flora-series and the AeroFlo in their studies on cultivation in their space stations.

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A native of Belgium, Benoit Goessens moved to Northern California in the U.S. in 1991 after earning a degree in engineering from the University of Belgium. After serving as General Manager at General Hydroponics in Sebastopol, CA, Goessens joined Hydrofarm in 1997 as Western Sales Representative, servicing retail accounts in the western U.S.

Goessens role at Hydrofarm has evolved with the company itself, the oldest and largest manufacturer and distributor of indoor gardening equipment and supplies in the U.S. Now Vice-President of Sales at Hydrofarm, he oversees every aspect of the companys sales and distribution efforts both in the U.S. and internationally.

Benoit GoessensVice-President Sales, Hydrofarm

The aspect of hydroponics that I find most interesting is the way the industry is embracing technology and science to enable people to grow food, even in situations where theres no available land or the climate is hostile, says Goessens. I also enjoy that so many people in the industry have a true entrepreneurial spirittheyre creative and passionate about what they do.

Goessens is an avid world traveler, but calls Rohnert Park, CA home. He can often be seen bicycling his way around Sonoma County.

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GETTING STARTED with HYDROPONIC and INDOOR GARDENING

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The Aerogarden high-output garden produces large amounts of herbs, vegetables, and greens year-round.

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to expand eventually, and what

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magnetic ballast/reflector

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Media-based systems such

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be replaced occasionally. These

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One complete ebb and flow

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This includes 12 2-gallon bucket

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you can GRoW FReSH aiR indooRSE ver thought about the quality of air you breathe? Is the air at your home or office pure and fresh?We are aware that air pollution is a grave challenge to the environment as well as health. Most of the people tend to think that air pollution takes place only outside. This is not so because air pollution can be found both indoors and outdoors.

In a day, on an average we take 23,000 breaths. Studies have revealed that indoor air can be 10 times more polluted than outdoor air. Every year, several people fall prey to health hazards caused due to the pollutants present in the air. Homes and offices harbor pollutants that get trapped indoors. Some pollutants enter the structures via wall paints, carpets, furniture and other new objects while some exist because of the things already put into use. Chemicals and allergens accumulate in the dust. Amongst the common air pollutants, the most notorious ones are Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Particulate Matter (PM 10 & 2.5), Nitrogen Oxides, Carbon Monoxide (CO), Ozone (O3) and Sulphur Dioxide (SO2). They can be in the form of gases or particles.

These pollutants cause eye irritation; respiratory symptoms; lung impairment; asthma; headache; nausea; damage to the liver, kidney, and central nervous system; cancer and in extreme instances, even death. As a matter of fact these pollutants may raise a question mark on your well-being and life. Before things get worse, it is imperative to take precautionary measures.

We have talked a lot about air pollution and its adverse effects on humans. Now is the time for solution. Soilless gardening or Hydroponic Culture is one of the tidy, efficient and effective solutions.Hydroponics a subset of hydro-culture is a technique of growing plants by using nutrient solutions, in water, without soil. Normally, soil acts as a reservoir of nutrients that are essential for the growth

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of a plant. However, the soil itself is not necessary for the growth of a plant. Researchers had found earlier that plant roots can absorb the mineral nutrients dissolved in water, not in soil. Then, a soil-free method of growing plants i.e. hydroponic culture emerged. The roots of some plants like those of terrestrial origin can be grown with their roots submerged in the mineral nutrient solution or in an immovable medium like perlite, charcoal, gravel, clay-pebbles, coconut husk and other suitable materials.

Needless to say, plants have amazing potential of detoxifying the air. Indoor plants help in removing chemical toxins present in the air. They remove air pollutants by absorbing harmful gases through their leaves and roots. The ability of an indoor plant to remove harmful chemical moving in the air is an example of phytoremediation. They produce oxygen which helps in enhanced levels of oxygen & therefore improved air quality inside the building. Some plants produce oxygen during the day time and some during the night time. Keep

a mix of these two kinds of plants so that oxygen supply into the air remains constant. Place small green plants in the corners of the rooms or in the passage. You can also replace some of your VOC emitting show pieces with new indoor plants. Some of the plants that help in removing VOCs are Aloe Vera, Spider Plants, Boston ferns, Purple Waffle plants, English Ivy, Areca Palms, Golden Pothos, Japanese royal ferns etc.

If you practice gardening in a conventional way, roots may decay if you dont take proper care of it. You need to change water and treat soil on a regular basis. With hydropones, you overcome all this. As hydropones, re-circulate water within its system for consecutive 1015 days, you dont have to water them daily. So, they are water-efficient too. And as it is a completely soil-proof process, plants are liable to stay free from soil-borne diseases as well as from the possibilities of catching dust, molds and allergens.

Hydropones are the plants that receive a balanced and

higher level of nutrients to grow. Comparatively, they are greener, healthier and more efficient in producing oxygen and eliminating toxins present in the air. They are very efficient to perform the detoxification action in the indoor environment.

With an increased level of oxygen supply in the blood, one can experience a significant decrease in the instances of sleep apnea, poor concentration, forgetfulness, mood swings, restlessness, depressive thoughts, fatigue, decrease alertness, memory and judgment. Moreover, they do not require a lot of space. And as the system is self-regulating, it does not demand too much of manual labour. The best part is that hydropones can bring down the expense to almost 20% as compared to the conventional method of gardening.

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and Asthma by 9% and heighten up the productivity level of those breathing clean and fresh air by 20%. You can enhance the quality of air that you and your family breathe and draw the benefits. Hydroponics culture is the way of fighting against air pollution.

Paharpur Business Centre (PBC), an mSME in the service and real estate sector, has not only improved Indoor Air Quality, meeting the specified guidelines by ASHRAE, but has also brought its energy consumption down by over 50%.

Based on an intensive two year study, it has been rated as one of the healthiest buildings in Delhi by Central Pollution Control Board, Ministry of Environment & Forests, Govt. of India and Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata.

PBC is the first retrofit office building in India that is certified as USGBC LEED Platinum for Existing Buildings. It is also a BEE 5-Star rated building with its annual energy consumption of 28 Whr/hr/m2. Its unique value proposition is the Indoor Air Quality. We grow fresh air with the help of more than 1200 toxin-removing plants to maintain a healthy environment.

PArAMEtErS AVG of other Buildings PBC % reductionCO2, ppm 1067.5 488 55PM10, g/m3 689 24 97PM2.5 g/m3 492 14 97VOC Benzene, ppb 150 BDL 99.99VOC Acetaldehyde, ppb 3125 BDL 99.99VOC Acetone, ppb 800 BDL 99.99VOC Toluene, ppb 275 BDL 99.99Aerobic Plate Count, cfu 153 26 83Fungal Count, cfu 48

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Vision & MissionCoir as Growing Media is increasing to be one of the most important resource for the future. Some fields of modern horticulture growing are dominated from Coco Growing Media such as Vegetable, Cut flowers, Orchids and others.

Quality ControlWe have installed a 24 hours quality control lab facility adhering to international quality standards; monitored by professionals to inspect the production process from intake of raw materials till the shipment of containers.

INTL. Certification & Auards First company outside Netherlands to receive its own RHP Certification for Coir based products. First company in the word to be awarded RAL quality mark "Substrate fur Pflanzen" by GGS Gutegemein schaft Substrate fur Pflanzen e.V., Germany, for Coir Products. First Coir company in India to get the IMO Control Certification of Coir Pith for use in Organic Coir, Bio Coco accord to NPOP, Certified by IMO India that is part of the renowned IMO group, Switzerland. First Coir company in India to have ISO 9001-2008 Certification with MPS-ECAS, The Netherlands. First Coir company in India SA 8000 Certified by British Standards Institution (BSI). We have received prestigious award from the year 2000 till 2013 continuously 13 years for highest exporter of Coco Peat (Coir Pith base products) in India from Government of India.

About UsSivanthi Joe has established a paramount name in the manufacturing and export of Coco Peat (Coir Pith base products). Our infrastructure is Company widespread across 500 acres (200 Hectares) of land for accommodating raw material store-houses, process platforms, drying areas, process specialised buildings and well equipped machinery. The company strength lies in its manpower network of over 2000.


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Sivanthi Joe Coirs Manufactures High Quality Coco Peat (Colr Pilh) Based Products.

Sivanthi Joe Logistics Pvt. Ltd. Provides logistic support to the companys operations.

Sivanthi Joe Substrates Pvt. Ltd. Manufactures High Quality Coco Substrates and Potting Soil Media.

Karuna Polymers Pvt. Ltd. Manufactures LDPE, HM, PR and Plastic Film in rolls.

Sivanthi Exports Deals with Greenhouse Products, Organic Fertilizers, Chemicals, etc.

Sivanthi Joe Polymers Pvt. Ltd. Rotogravure printing, laminated rolls, bags, pouches, etc.

OUR Products

CocoPeat (Coir Pith/Coir Peat) Coco Cut Fibre (Coco Bio-Fibres / Coir Fibres) Coco Chips (Coco Barks / Coir Chips) Coco Crushed Chips

Propogation Coco Plugs Organic Coco Coco Paddy Substrates Coco EzeeGro Plugs Coco EzeeGr0 Cubes

Coco Peat Grow Bags (Grow Boards) Coco Peat Quickfill Bag (Planter Bag) Coco Peat Naked Planks Coco Disc

Coco Peat Briquettes Coir Gro Coco Nursery

Briquettes 200 Liter (small) Bales Blocks 6000 Liter (big) Bales Loose Bags

SIVANThI JOE SUbSTRATES (P) LTd.Post Box No. 25, Tuticorin 628 001. Tamilnadu, India Tel.: +91 461 2264 214, 215 Fax +91 461 2264 414 Mobile: +91 99944 94166 +91 98946 02577 Email: [email protected]

www.sivanthijoecoirs.com

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WelcoMe to elT india a Venture Known for its Path Breaking Innovations Like Living Walls and Sustainable Light Weight Roof Garden Systems

P radeep & Anuradha Barpande who, own this venture have been associated with horticulture since 1987. Their areas of expertise involve Softscape execution & maintenance, large tree transplantations, Soil erosion control, large scale plant supplies.

It all started in Feb 2008, when they read a newspaper article on vertical gardens across the world. It was then that they were determined to bring these new Green heights to Indian architectural scenario. With green spaces reducing drastically in cities, growing greens in the available space has become necessity of urban life. They decided to take this challenge & approached ELT Easygreen. Visit to Ecoshop in London & hands on training at Aldingbourne strengthened their

confidence in ELT products. Gregs 2 visits to India helped them in understanding in depth the various scientific aspects of Living walls & green roofs. Initially products were being imported but after research and experimentation in Pune, Mumbai, Chennai & New Delhi, ELT India now produces its own systems and exports them across the globe through the ELT Global Network. With network partners in Malaysia & Bahrain, ELT India plans to expand services beyond borders.

ELT India got a delightful boost when Huntsman selected them as their exclusive partners for their product, VYDRO substrate, a Hydrophillic substrate, not just for experiments but for application of the same in the best & successful way in varied Indian climates.

The combination of this versatile technology with ELT modules has given ELT India advantage of giving green solutions for any shape, size & slope.

Anuradha and Pradeep Barpande,Founders, ELT India


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ELT India is committed to provide top class innovative solutions and excellent service delivery experience to their clients.

We believe in innovation & improvisation. We enhance our skills & update our technologies to give site-specific solutions.

We honour & fulfill our commitments & ensure that we are fair and transparent to all, our employees, clients and business associates.

We intend to inspire people to create Green spaces & promote innovative urban garden techniques. Some Facts about ELT India can be summarised as below.

ELT India is first Indian enterprise to study, improve, produce & install ELT Green Wall & ELT Green Roof Systems all over India.

ELT India has installed Large number of Green walls Pan-India.

ELT India has developed a research facility at Pune to study the different aspects of green roofs and living walls in varied climatic conditions of India & is equipped with total infrastructure to grow living wall panels and roof panels.

ELT India continues study on plants, growth media, plant responses under different light intensities & for extreme climatic conditions.

ELT India is developing ancillary industries and certified installers & maintenance network all over India.

ELT India has developed a nursery network to make uniform, insect & pest-free, quality plants available in quantity.

Training for installation and maintenance is provided by ELT India, at Pune.

The certified network of contractors, maintenance staff and growers, trained by ELT India, supports ELT system and vegetation warranties.

ELT India is exclusive network partner of Huntsman International for their innovative product, VYDRO substrate, a completely new type of lightweight growth medium for plants.

ELT India is committed to the creation and delivery of eco-friendly products that blend harmoniously with nature. ELT India aims to make these sustainable green technologies a safe, easy and reliable way for the benefit of future generations & environment.

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Mayuresh industry M ayuresh Industry involved in electromechanical components and electronics products since 1996. Company has integrated manufacturing setup in Kolhapur city (Maharashtra). They have ISO 9001-2008 accredited since 2005. Company has more 20000 sqft of manufacturing setup.

Shri Sanjiv Suresh Gokhale is the proprietor of the company. He has an innovative mind & has invented a lot of products over the past several years. Infusion flow rate monitor This product received the gold medal for best innovation from IIM (Ahmadabad) in 2004. He has various patents from Government of India in his for his innovative products. Now days he has started working on development of innovative agriculture equipment. The vertical kitchen garden is one of them, which received appreciations from everyone. You can grow 24 plants in less than a sqft of space.

Our Product Range Electrical & Electronics and Agro & dairy Multi-function Monitor for generator / green house Custom design thermoelectric cooler systems Current Transformers Temperature Sensors/ controllers Fuel level sensor Motorized electronic control valves for food and dairy processing Infusion monitor (medical device) Milking machine for cow and buffalos Vertical kitchen garden growing system Hydroponic pots for commercial growers NFT systems and components Hydroponic fodder growing automated machine Accessories for hydroponic, rock wool/ clay balls/net ports /timers /water pumps/seed link trays.

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Vertical Kitchen Gardensolution helps in prevent disease, thereby reducing the necessity to use organic or conventional pesticides. This helps in producing Green healthy, Pesticide free food crops in the comfort of your own backyard. Almost any crop can be growing in the Kitchen Garden. We have, developed the system keeping in mind ambient climate of the sub-continent. The system can grow highly nutritious and fresh crops in fraction of the time than it would to grow the same crops in soil. It highly oxygenates the roots to grow healthy strong plants. Increased oxygen to root system helps to prevent disease

The Vertical Kitchen Garden is a vertical food production system designed for home and commercial farmers. It lets even inexperienced growers grow fresh healthy vegetable in fraction of the time than it would take to grow the same crops in soil. It is based on the principal of hydroponic farming. This is green & sustainable vertical growing system. Since it is a closed system 100% of the water and nutrients are recycled. This means crops uses as a little 5 Percent of water normally required in soil for conventional farming. The PH balance maintained by the ionic minerals in the nutrients

and improve plant growth. The Tower Garden uses a water based growing system that features a highly oxygenated environment for the plant roots.

GOVARdhAN FOddER MAChINE

Mayuresh Technologies introduces total solution for milk producers .. organic healthier fresh hydroponic green fodder machine and milking machines for cows and buffaloes. You can grow grow whatever you need like corn, wheat, barley, oats, etc.

VERTICAL GARdEN POT SySTEM FOddER MAChINE

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GReenField HydRoPonicS SySTeMS inc.

Kashyap BhattPresident / Inventor

"neceSSiTy is a MoTHeR of inVenTion"

D uring 1985 to 1987 consecutive three years drought in most of the states in India that destroyed valuable livestock that motivated Canada based Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Kashyap Bhatt to develop solar powered portable greenhouse to grow green fodder round the year. In 1987 the first prototype was built in India and since then research and development continued to create automatic system that can grow various crops under controlled climatic conditions in +50 Celsius to -50 Celsius ambient temperature.

Our "STATE OF THE ART", US & Canadian patented solar & wind powered portable greenhouse justifies its need for the countries having shortage of agriculture land, water, electricity and / or having adverse climatic conditions to grow field crops

due to global warming. Greenfield Hydroponics Systems Inc. is the manufacturer of US and Canadian patented solar photovoltaic and wind powered portable and fixed structure greenhouses. Our eco-friendly and self sufficient greenhouses are capable of growing organic crops. We believe this revolutionary technology is the key to fighting drought, starvation and famine across the world in the most cost efficient way.

Mr. Kashyap Bhatt has also formed Greenfield Foundation (An NGO), with the mission of combating starvation and deforestation worldwide. Foundation provides financial and technical support for women in the rural areas to help them creating self-employment by introducing Solar/Wind powered portable and fixed structure greenhouses.

Our achievements: In 1989 first commercial Hydro Fodder Farm was sold in India with the State Bank of India Bank Finance. In 1994, We are winners of the "Market Entry for Energy Efficient Technology" (MEET) of Ontario Ministry of Environment & Energy, Canada. Our technology is proved user and environmentally friendly. Technology received US & Canadian patents. In 2009, we are winners of the "Development Marketplace" DM2009 global competition of the World Bank. Our technology qualifies for CDM funds and Carbon Credits. Our turn-key projects are techno-economically viable for the bank finance in absence of any grants or subsidies available from local governments Greenfield has developed systems and provides

TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

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Email : [email protected]

Web : www.mayureshtech.com

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consultation in various projects. We have expert teams and proven technologies to meet your requirements.

Commercial production of herbs, broccoli & other bean Sprouts We have developed portable greenhouse "Hydro Baby Greens" for growing sprouted beans in a greenhouse environment. You will certainly appreciate the effectiveness of greenhouse cultivation and of producing and supplying fresh green sprouts which can be grown throughout the entire year, is low in fat, high in fibres, hygienic, highly nutritious, rich in energy and a good source of essential vitamins, minerals, protein, and amino acids.

In our greenhouse we use only freshwater, which is recycled for 24 hours. Hydroponically grown sprout is also free of dust and other agriculturally related contaminants and toxins. "Hydro Baby Greens" is grown in an environmentally controlled, fully automatic greenhouse and is capable of sprouting broccoli, radish, alfalfa, barley, buck wheat, clover, corn, cress, white bean, kidney bean, lentil, mung bean, oats, pea, Soya bean, sunflower, wheat etc.

Commercial production of Wheat and barley grass juice Barley and wheat is grown hydroponically. You will enjoy producing fresh green grass which can be grown throughout the entire year, is low in fat, hygienic, highly nutritious, rich in energy and a good source of essential vitamins, minerals, protein, and amino acids.

beef, pig and goat breeding and dairy project Greenfield has developed a beef, dairy cattle, pig and goat breeding project to meet with the local market demand of meat, milk and dairy products as well for the export of it to the international market in association of expert partners in each field concern.

Greenfield will supply U.S & Canadian patented solar photo voltaic powered portable

greenhouse to grow fodder and has acquired the services of other Canadian companies and agencies to supply genetics, livestock, lab equipments, composting system, bio mass energy production and rural refrigeration systems, pre fabricated buildings, dairy equipments, etc. and to provide technical, financial, project management and marketing expertise that this project requires. Greenfield can provide you a turnkey project including training of your personal.

Based on your requirements we provide turnkey project. We provide consultation and a project report on a minimum US$2000.00 non-refundable retainer fee. The consultation charges will vary based on the type and size of the project. The consultation fees we will compensate against the purchase of the equipment and / or licensing arrangements.

Let us work together for better tomorrow...

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HunTSMan coRPoRaTion

H untsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemical products that improve the quality of life for people around the world.

By driving innovation and growth, we create value for all our stakeholders today, constantly mindful of our impact on tomorrow. Across the globe, we demonstrate our genuine and lasting commitment to sustainability by developing efficient new products, perfecting eco-friendly technologies and reducing our own carbon footprint.

We hold global leadership positions number one or two in many product categories, such as MDI (diphenylmethane diisocyanate), polyurethane catalysts, epoxy adhesives, epoxy powder coating systems, aerospace composites, electrical

insulating materials, textile effect chemicals, polyetheramines, ethylene and propylene carbonates, and maleic anhydride. To serve these and other key industries, Huntsman has five business divisions: Performance Products, Advanced Materials, Pigments, Polyurethanes and Textile Effects.

As a leading global chemical producer, Huntsman clearly recognizes our responsibility to develop and manufacture products that are sustainable and to do so in ways that make a sustainable and vibrant world possible for future generations.

Following more than 30 acquisitions since 1970, Huntsman Corporation today is a dynamic public company with approximately 12,000 employees in multiple locations worldwide. The company had 2012 revenues of over $11 billion.

About hUNTSMAN:

Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals with 2012 revenues of over $11 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 75 manufacturing and R&D facilities in over 30 countries and employ approximately 12,000 associates within our 5 distinct business divisions.


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VydRO is a registered trademark of huntsman Corporation

or an affiliate thereof in one or more, but not all, countries

Forward Looking Statements:

Statements in this release that are not historical are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on managements current beliefs and expectations. The forward-looking statements in this release are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances and involve risks and uncertainties that may affect the companys operations, markets, products, services, prices and other factors as discussed in the Huntsman companies filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Significant risks and uncertainties may relate to, but are not limited to, financial, economic, competitive, environmental, political, legal, regulatory and technological factors. In addition, the completion of any transactions described in this release is subject to a number of uncertainties and closing will be subject to approvals and other customary conditions. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such transactions will be completed or that the companys expectations will be realized. The company assumes no obligation to provide revisions to any forward-looking statements should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by applicable laws.

VydRO VYDRO substrate is the ideal water management and growth medium layer for any type of green roof, living wall or grass growing application.

Up to 70% lighter than most other green roofing systems, VYDRO substrate can be used to create intensive and extensive skyrise gardens on any sort of building including older properties where structural integrity may be a critical factor.

Capable of absorbing up to 30 times its own weight in water, VYDRO substrate is proven to work well in hot, dry countries where water for horticultural purposes is often in short supply. Independent research has shown that grass planted on a layer of VYDRO substrate requires far less watering to remain lush and green. When irrigation is reduced by just 20%, conventional grass samples go into stress and begin to yellow, while grass planted on VYDRO substrate retains its color even when watering is reduced by up to 40%.

for more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.come-mail: [email protected]

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HydRoPonic GReenHouSe TecHnoloGieS india PRiVaTe ltd.

Hydroponic Greenhouse Technologies India Private Limited www.petbharoproject.co.in or HGTIPL, in short, is a company, based in Bangalore, India and was founded by a Non Resident Indian named Lt Cdr (retd) CV Prakash, who is a hands-on Hydroponics Consultant, A Teacher, a Grower and a Pioneer, who brought hydroponics to India, in the year 2008.

HGTIPL is a full spectrum Hydroponics company operating along the following business verticals: Turnkey Projects for Commercial Hydroponics Greenhouses having done three such projects in Bangalore and Coimbatore in India as well as one in Lusaka in Zambia. Hybrid Hydroponic Greenhouses using Indian Polyhouses retrofitted with automation for climate control as well as irrigation controls. First such project coming up in

Ahmedabad to produce ginger. Commercial and Simplified Hydroponics Seminars, Workshops and related training courses. Implemented several Rooftop Hydroponic Garden Projects in homes at Bangalore using Simplified Hydroponics. Consultancy Services for clients interested in all dimensions of Hydroponics. Manufacture of Animal Fodder Systems for clients in India. Manufacture and Supply of Hydroponic Nutrients. Trading in Coir Peat substrates and exports. Makers of Lean-to Greenhouses and installations against wall sides of villas and on rooftops.

Lt Cdr (retd) CV Prakash, Chief Visionary and Founder of hGTIPLIs a former Officer of the Indian Navy. Upon his retirement, he migrated to Australia in 2001. CV learnt the technique of Hydroponics from the best of

growers and consultants and resources in the Hydroponics Industry in Australia and is a well known passionate proponent and pioneer in Hydroponics in India. He wears several caps and plays the role of a hands-on Grower, a Consultant and Trainer in Hydroponics both Simplified as well as Commercial. The works done by him can be seen on www.petbharoproject.co.in and makes for motivational food and is an awe inspiring project that he is doing in India since 2008. His mission is to bring technology of growing ones own clean, green food to every person on the planet through tried and tested technology. He is also a speaker at many national and international conventions. Was a keynote speaker at the National Conference on Food and Water Security in 2009 at Ahmadabad, India and most recently an invitee keynote speaker at the 2nd Global Agri-Business Incubation Conference at IARI, Pusa, New Delhi www.niabi.in. He is


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presently working with a major Japanese company to be a trainer and implementation partner for hi-tech Hydroponic systems in India, that will seek to address the (BOP) Base of Pyramid sector and will be initially spread to 53 cities across India. CV has also tested his first prototype of an animal fodder machine in India with outstanding results. CVs company is also working closely with SWASTI, an Indian NGO, to bring Hydroponics technology for sustenance and livelihood to the lower economic rungs of society.

Sangeeta bojappaIs the Chief of Operations (COO) and Co-Founder of HGTIPL. She holds a double MBA in Human Resources and Sales & Marketing and has almost 16 years of rich experience. She also has an agricultural background being from many generations of Coffee planters from Coors, the Mecca of Coffee in India. Sangeeta looks after the overall operations of the company and her skills in assessment of Human behaviour, Competency Mapping, Training Needs and Analysis and Profiling. She looks after the Finance and Admin portfolios in addition at the company.

Mr. J.d SINGh director (Research & development) & design HGTIPL, along with Mr. JDs company have already designed for an Indian client a vertical hydroponics system for growing Leafy vegetables for the Indian market. In a space of 1200 sqm we will grow 1200 tons of leafy vegetables per annum using the NFT (Nutrient Film

Technique) system. Many other hydroponic systems are now being designed using 100 percent Indian components and we expect to even match and exceed foreign systems and become an exporter as well. JD is an expert and professional in the field of Mechanical, Production,

Industrial engineering, Automation & Robotics and Engineering Design with 40 years of solid working experience. He has many innovations to his credit. He is also a great artist and painter amongst many of his other talents.

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THe TRiMPRo eXPeRience a Profile of the Worlds leading Trimmer Manufacturer

TRIMPRO plant leaf and flower trimmers respond to virtually every trimming need of todays growers with their design simplicity, reliability, and overachieving efficiency. Canadian manufacturer TRIMPRO is todays acknowledged world leader/innovator in the category it not only created, but has worked tirelessly to develop since introducing its first model in 2003. Currently the company manufactures 9 superbly engineered trimming units, designed and refined using more customer input than any of their kind, and boasting quality component materials such as British stainless steel and Brazilian leather among their many standout features.

For convenience, TRIMPRO has organized plant trimmer models by the type of plant drying methods customers favour, and for which each machine has been specifically designed. Choosing the machine best suited to a particular drying method, and level of production, will ensure greater efficiency and the best possible results in the processing of valuable produce. Essentially there are 3 types of unit:

Manual Control Units where branches are rotated over the trim grate by hand, or flowers are moved by hand around the trim grate, offering optimal manual control of the trim.

Robotic Touch Units in which flowers are moved gently around the trim grate by leather fingers, essentially imitating and replacing the action of your own hands.

Airflow Units in which flowers are tumbled gently by a whirlwind airflow over the trim grate surface, in a sealed environment and with minimal contact.

Key to TRIMPROs rapidly growing global success are its units excel-lent performance and acknowl-edged durability, making them a far smarter investment than many competitive models, particularly those known by many as one-season wonders. Manufactured to the highest standards and using only the most durable and reliable components, TRIMPRO equip-ment also has one of the best support networks, with parts and helpful information available virtu-ally anytime, to ensure minimized downtime and the consistency of a customers operation.

While imitations continue to be introduced, none can match the TRIMPRO true value proposition, the superior all-around performance, or warranty and after sales service commitment. Over 12,000 operators worldwide would likely agree choosing a TRIMPRO plant trimmer is one of the easiest and smartest business decisions they have ever made. Find more on TRIMPRO equipment at trimpro.com.

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Informative articles


by noucetta Kehdi GHe

HydRoPonic MicRo FaRMSG eneral Hydroponics was founded in California in 1976, by Lawrence Brooke. At that time most people didnt know what hydroponics was, except for scientists who used it for research, governments to grow food for their troops, and some of the first industrial greenhouse owners for large-scale food production and a group of visionaries gathered around GH.

Our option at GH, since the very first days, was to open our technology to the main public, including plant collectors, home gardeners, and family farmers. At the time when the first industrial greenhouses were developing, we had already opted for small scale, local, high quality food production, replacing soil and soilless methods of growing plants with aero-hydroponics, our specialty. Precursors as always, our vision was a sustainable, human-size hydroponic family garden, with priority given to quality rather than quantity, and durability rather than economical growth at all costs.

Salad and herbs in a micro farm in Perm - Russia

You might say that family gardens are nothing new; they exist since the beginning of times. And you are right. The only innovation we bring is hydroponics, as a viable and ecological alternative to plant production, with multiple advantages http://gb.eurohydro.com/hydroponics.html). Most importantly:

Hydroponics can be installed everywhere: in the countryside and in the most crowded city,

in poor regions and in extreme conditions, bringing food production closer to the end consumer, and reducing the carbon print of process sing and shipping to the strict minimum. It can take any shape and be adapted to any space. Considering that hydroponics, when well managed, can give as much as 30% more yield, the smallest growing area becomes a potential garden. Especially in crowded areas.


It insures high quality, nutritious and safe plants for your family and community. It uses 80 to 90% less water than the same crop grown in soil. It helps optimize the potential of your plants genetics It uses no herbicides and generally resorts to integrated pest management. It is has an excellent return upon investment. In 1991 in Sebastopol, California, William Texier and myself created one of the first hydroponic micro farms in the world, the White Owl WaterFarm, which inspired several hydroponic operations since then. During a few years this is where we acquired most of our knowledge and experience, growing a large variety of plants from tomatoes to peppers and chilies, salads, herbs, peas and beans, kale, chard, and many more. We even tried carrots and beets, just to test feasibility.

The White Owl was a 450 m2 setting covered with different size AeroFlos. We used Flora Series and our pH regulators, nothing else, and got the best results. Our greenhouse had a very basic but sufficient program regulating ventilation and temperature, as this is priority. We wanted to keep it a low-cost but durable investment and accessible to our purse, so we kept it simple, with the human eye as the main control. For sales, we specialized in Genovese basil and yellow and red sweet peppers following

The White Owl WaterFarm in Sebastopol - California

Tomatoes growing in a micro farm in California

the demand from the North of San Francisco bay restaurants and fine groceries. With fresh, flavorful produce and rapid local service, the White Owl became rapidly fully self sufficient.

Then, in 1995, we created General Hydroponics in the South West of France, built more greenhouses, and extended our experience to numerous other varieties, including medicinal,



aromatic, roots and rhizomes, cacti, rare, collectibles, etc, all of them growing in our hydroponic systems and with our nutrients. We can easily say today that since 1991 we grew more than 500 different varieties, which gives as a unique experience growing plants hydroponically.

With quality in mind since the very beginning, GH created our first hydroponic mineral nutrient, Flora Series (FloraGro, FloraMicro and FloraBloom) in 1976. Efficient and easy to use with only 3 products to mix and clear feeding charts, Flora Series serves your plants with a balanced diet in an extremely efficient way. The purpose of this multi-component concept is to obtain a high-grade, complete, liquid, and very soluble nutrient that would be easy to adapt to the largest range of plants, while offering them the best nutrition according to their needs and life cycles. To make sure we produce healthy and safe foods we use purified mineral salts, and blend them in-house, following accurate proprietary formulas created by our researchers and tested in our greenhouses. And to guarantee optimal results, we regularly update our products with the latest scientific discoveries but in a reasonable way, keeping in mind sustainability and durability.

To address the organic food production sector, William Texier invented and patented bioponics (organic

Ginger for the family growing in a hydro pot

hydroponics) in 2004 in France, with BioSevia. This is the first liquid nutrient to comply with European regulations on organic agriculture, while giving the best results in hydroponics. Depending on legislations and countries, bioponic products may, or may not, be accepted by organic regulators. Generally the simple fact that you are not growing in earth will remove

definitively this possibility. But fertile soil and space are not always available, and in our hydroponic micro farms we promote reasoned agriculture where the safety of food and self-sufficiency are among the main priorities. In 2008 we completed BioSevia with General Organics, including new and unique supplements for hydro like worm casting or nettle brew.


Concerning supplements, we did not use them much until well into the late 90s. Our experience growing plants in hydro with only Flora Series and well-balanced EC and pH levels, had always given us the most plentiful crops. However, the more we learned about plants and plant nutrition, the more we learned about the advantages of some supplements. These products do not bring more food to the plant; they optimize growth in different ways, depending on their nature: humic and fulvic acids help better assimilate mineral salts, silicate powder helps develop resistance to pests and disease, nettle brew helps improve immune system, etc, etc. So that today, in our plant production projects, be it salads, tomatoes, basil or strawberries, we continue using mainly Flora Series and the regulators. Depending on needs, and what we have to achieve for our plants, we will add supplements. For instance, just last month, we saved a small production of salads growing in an AeroFlo with General Organics, from a pythium attack by adding Mineral Magic for a few days.

Our hydroponic micro farm concept would not be possible without the systems. Our choice goes to the AeroFlo. After 25 years growing plants in hydroponics, and trying many other systems, this is still our favorite for small and large operations. The AeroFlo is a high-tech machine adapted to

Spinach roots growing with

Flora Series in an AeroFlo

our daily needs. It maintains the perfect level of oxygen in the nutritive solution, and has an excellent circulation rate, two basic conditions for good growth. It is fast, flexible and modular, and may be used for propagation as well as production. The AeroFlos adjust to all growing areas. It is a onetime, long-term

investment, low in maintenance and user friendly. Depending on crops, we may also use our DPS hydro systems, especially for rhizomes like ginger or mint production.

If hydroponic micro farms like the White Owl WaterFarm were a little too advanced for their time in 1991, they are right on the spot in 2014. Some already exist here and there on the planet, and they are spreading fast. Wherever they are, they encounter large success. Today one of my goals is to develop hydroponic micro farms as widely as I can because they are the right answer to many social and ecological difficulties humanity is facing. Those small size, low investment/high return operations will provide healthy food locally, and participate to the communitys welfare, bringing back the production of basic foods into the hands of each and everyone of us, exactly what our society needs today. In my dreams I can see little models of the White Owl sprouting everywhere on our planet, and in all the neighborhoods worldwide.

For more information, please visit us at the 2014 Soilless Gardening (India) Conference and Mini-Expo, Feb. 78, at the Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre, India.

You can contact us at [email protected] and visit our website at www.eurohydro.com.



HydRoPonicS and its TyPeS

T he word hydroponics comes from greek hydro water and ponos work that can literately be translated as working water. In hydroponics plants are grown without water but with the help of nutrient solutions that contain all the necessary elements available for plants to absorb them while being in right concentration. Plants' roots are hold in the substrate that does not have any impact on the plants nourishment. Sometimes there is no substrate at all.

In hydroponics there are a few dozens of hydroponic systems that can be categorized in six main types:

1. Wick system 2. Deep water culture3. N.F.T system 4. EBB & Flow system5. Drip System 6. Aeroponics

These six types can be divided into two large groups:

1. Passive or wick systems In this case the nutrient solution is delivered to the roots by means of capillary force without any mechanical influence (one end of the wick is in the nutrient solution and the other is in the plant pot). The wick system belongs to this group.

2. Active systems The circulation of the nutrient solution and the aeration is conducted with the help of some mechanisms. Nourishment and air are delivered to the roots through pumps. The other five types belong to this group.

Let us examine each of these hydroponics systems in details:

1. Wick systemThis type is the most simple hydroponics system. It belongs to the so called passive systems and is based on the capillary force that does not require any mechanism. Nourishment is delivered to the roots with the help of wicks going from the tank to the substrate (Picture 1).

Thus, different materials can form the substrate. Among them there are coconut fiber, pearlite layer, vermiculite etc. This system is used for the ornamental gardening with normal soil (one end of the wick is placed into the water or special solution and the other one is in the pot with soil).

This system has one and rather important drawback: it works only for relatively small plants. Big and hygrophilous plants need more nutrient solution than they can get from filters. In such cases the plants are grown with the help of another system. Due to this disadvantage wick systems are not very wide spread.



Plant pot

Tank Wicks

Spray

Pump

2. deep Water Culture

Picture 2. Deep Water System

Drifting platform with plants

Spray

Pump

Picture 1. Wick System

Spray Pump

Return of nutrients

Pump with nutrients

Plant pot

Picture 3. N.F.T

Tank

3. N.F.T. SystemThe nutrient solution is transferred from the tank to the container where the plants are fixed in small plastic cups with holes for roots to grow. The nutrient solution is delivered with the help of a pump. The solution gets to the roots and then drops back into the tank. The flow is either maintained constantly or switched on automatically within small time periods. The roots are in touch with a thin layer of the nutrient solution that is constantly on the tank bottom. Roots receive

This is the most simple hydroponics system. The plants are fixed on the platform that is often made of foam plastic (Picture 2). This platform drifts in the tank filled with nutrient solution. Plants roots are constantly placed in water to obtain enough oxygen. The aeration of the nutrient solution is done with the help of a special pump. The solution is changed on a regular basis.

This system is ideal to cultivate small fast-growing plants that need a lot of liquid (for example salad). But it is not suitable for big long-standing ones. To grow a big plant, a modified version of this system was invented. It is called the J-Racks system (or the fixed-platform system). In his case the platform is attached to the tank with nutrient solution and special racks are fixed to support the plants (for example tomatoes).

This type of hydroponics systems is suitable to acquire first experience and skills in hydroponics.

enough oxygen due to humid air above the nutrient solution. In such type of hydroponics solution you will not need the timer for the pump. There is no substrate used except for air what helps to keep it cheap.

The main disadvantage of this system is the sensibility for power shortage or pump breakdown. In case of the lack of electricity roots start drying almost immediately. As a solution autonomous energy sources are used (batteries) as well substrates to prevent roots from drying.



4. Ebb & Flow System

Picture 4. EBB & Flow System

Pump Pump

Container with nutrient solutionContainer with nutrient solution

overflow overflowPipe dischargefilling

Pipe dischargefilling

Tank

PumP iS On PumP in OFF

5. drip System

This is the most popular hydroponics system. The timer operated pump delivers nutrient solution that goes through pipes and drips at the root of each plant. Plants roots are placed in the substrate (Picture 5). It is possible to use separate pots to make it easier to remove, to change or to withdraw plants.

There are two types of the Drip system:

Pump

Splitter Pipes delivering nutrient solution

Container with plants

Pump for nutrients

Pipe / overflow

Tank

Picture 5. Drip System

Nutrient solution is delivered to the roots in the substrate (haydite, pearl-stone, gravel, coir etc) and then it flows over into the tank. The process is automatic as the pump is connected to the timer. When the timer is on the pump starts delivering nutrient solution to the roots. When it is off the solution gets into the tank by itself (Picture 4). After all the solution is gone into the tank the roost are aired.

The flooding is done a few times a day that depends on the culture and the substrate type.

The disadvantage is hidden in the energy shortage and the pump breakdown. In case of breakage plants can die if haydite or likewise substrates are used (the ones that do not hold liquid properly). That is why it is advisable to use substrates that hold moisture well (coir, vermiculite etc).

a) Recovery Drip System. The overage flows back to the tank and is reused. You will not need an accurate water management plan so you can resort to a simple timer. Nevertheless you should keep an eye on acidity level and the solution composure.

b) Non-Recovery Drip System. The solution is not used twice. That is why the timer is to be set thoroughly. It should be more accurate to avoid any overage to prevent roots from rotting. This system requires less time for maintenance since the pH level and the nutrient balance remain the same thus making it unnecessary to check it.

As all other active systems this method is vulnerable to energy shortage as well as pump and timer breakdown. Besides pipes can get clogged.

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6. AeroponicsAeroponics is the most state-of-art hydroponics system. The plants are fixed on the top of the container. They are hung and their roots are in the air. Inside the container there are sprays that are activated by the timers and the pump. Sprays regularly shower the roots with nutrient solution (the time interval is calculated on the basis of the time required for absorbing). Thus roots are constantly in a mist of oxygen and nutrient solution. High aeration encourages shorter periods for growing. In hydroponics it is very important to set up the timer correctly. It will maintain a short cycle and switch on the pump for a few seconds every minute. The system disadvantage is the roots drying in case of energy shortage or timer and pump breakdown.

Pump

Sprays Sprays

Picture 6. Aeroponics

All the hydroponics systems are effective if the conditions are respected as

they give to plants everything they need and in right

proportions;

Almost all the types of hydroponics solutions are

automatic that requires less involvement of a worker;

All the hydroponics systems imply the pH

and nutrient level checks. Nevertheless, the most

rigorous control is required for reversible systems (the

level changes rather quickly);

After Analyzing Six Types of HyDrOPONICS SySTEMS

a Few Conclusions Can be Drawn: The shortage of all the active hydroponics systems is the dependence on the electricity as well as the pump or timer (when they are required);

To avoid plants dying it is advisable to use moisture holding substrates (coir, vermiculite etc) especially in hydroponics systems with high vulnerability to energy shortage or the pump breakdown;

Hydroponics equipment is rather expensive but you can resort to economical methods or prepare some equipment yourself. Main hydroponics principles remain the same.

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