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A vertical hydroponic Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) system is a type of hydroponic system that utilizes a sloped or vertical surface to grow plants without soil, and nutrient-rich water is constantly circulated over the plant roots in a thin film. This allows the plants to take up the necessary n...Read more »
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Sure! Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to grow hydroponic fodder: Step 1: Choose the Fodder Crop Select a suitable fodder crop for hydroponic growing. Common choices include wheat, barley, oats, rye, and corn. Choose a crop that is suitable for the climate in your area and meets the nutri...Read more »
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According to Ecuadorian media El Telegrafo, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) recently released the news that the first batch of Ecuadorian dragon fruit will be exported to China soon. Patricio Almeida, executive director of the Ecuadorian Agricultural Animal and Plant Health Contro...Read more »
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According to the latest report of the U.S. Agricultural Counselor, the cotton planted area in Pakistan is expected to remain at 1.8 million hectares in 2023/24, in line with the current year, but after the major flood in 2022/23, cotton yields are expected to return to normal, so next year’...Read more »
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One of the main disadvantages of hydroponic farming is its initial setup cost. Hydroponic systems can be expensive to install and require specialized equipment and materials. Additionally, the cost of maintaining a hydroponic system can be higher than traditional soil-based farming, as it require...Read more »
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Recently, the World Economic Forum published an article stating that avocados have become one of the top choices for a healthy diet in the wake of the new crown epidemic pandemic. Latin America now accounts for 75 percent of global avocado production, and the region is a world leader in avocado e...Read more »
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Peru’s Ministry of Agricultural Development and Irrigation (Midagri) recently predicted that Peruvian agricultural exports will reach $11 billion in 2023 and exceed $12 billion by 2025, as long as no major trade restrictions or severe weather affects them. Peruvian newspaper El Peruano repo...Read more »
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A joint survey of planting intentions released by Professional Farmers (ProFarmer) and Dorn shows that U.S. corn acreage will increase and soybean acreage will be largely stable in 2023. The survey results show that this year’s U.S. corn acreage is expected to be 92.1 million acres, up 3.5 ...Read more »
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The Philippine Business Mirror, March 28, said the Philippine National Weather Service issued a warning that El Niño may lead to lower-than-normal rainfall in the second half of 2023, triggering a drought that could cause reduced yields of rice and other crops. Rain-fed rice production accounts f...Read more »
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Chilean newspaper El Mercurio reported on March 22 that the Chilean Fruit Export Association (Asoex) announced that the Mexican National Service for Food Hygiene, Safety and Quality (Senasica) has issued an announcement on the latest quarantine requirements for the import of citrus and lemons fro...Read more »
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Indoor vertical farming is a method of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often in a controlled environment such as a building or warehouse, using artificial lighting and other technologies to regulate temperature, humidity, and nutrient levels. This approach to farming is gaining popula...Read more »
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According to the first survey results on wheat planting intentions for 2023/24, Brazil’s wheat sown area is expected to reach 3.47 million hectares in 2023/24, up about 5.1% from 3.3 million hectares the previous year, according to consultancy Safras & Mercado. Farmers will be encourage...Read more »
