hydroponics
Hydroponics part 4: Time to start planting
A hydroponic system is a healthy and productive way to grow the best vegetables and fruit. Some vegetables may need a bit more effort and love to grow successfully. We will be looking at different types of plants and how to grow them in a hydroponic system. Once you[...]
Hydroponics part 2: Passive and active hydroponics
Hydroponics is becoming a major roleplayer in farming these days, because you can grow fresh and healthy plants year-round with the right nutrients, lighting, and equipment. Hydroponics is a method whereby you grow plants without soil. The plants are rooted in a nutrient-rich solution and supported by an[...]
Hydroponics in Africa part 1: Is hydroponics the future for food security?
One of the earliest mentions of hydroponics is the Hanging Gardens of Babylon; today hydroponics is an accepted and efficient way to ensure a high yield year-round. According to the United Nations another 2,3 billion extra mouths will have to be fed by 2050. For this reason, hydro culture[...]
Hydroponics for Africa: Here is an opportunity!
by Tapuwa Mashangwa The main asset utilised for farming in Africa is soil, a mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms for that sustain plant growth. The optimum use of this resource has however been minimised over the past years due to several dynamics, namely lack of[...]
Greenhouse Tunnels at Affordable Prices from Kalliergo
At Kalliergo, we believe in bringing all our clients durable and functional tunnels that also look good. Our tunnels are cost-effective structures that you can add to your garden or farm. Traditional Greenhouses are spaced in 3 m segments, but we wanted to build a stronger product that minimises[...]