Ecology, Environment and Conservation Paper

REVOLUTIONIZING AGRICULTURE: A REVIEW ON BENEFITS AND POTENTIAL OF HYDROPONICS TECHNOLOGY

Shridhar Kalasgond, Aarti Sharma and Chilamakuri Prudhvi Sai Gowtham

Abstract

The global population is increasing and half of the arable land may become unsuitable for farming, making hydroponics an increasingly popular alternative worldwide. Cultivating crops without soil is becoming more popular through the use of hydroponics, which involves using a nutrient solution and precise climate control. This technique has the potential to revolutionize agriculture in both developed and developing countries. Hydroponic farming provides several advantages over traditional agriculture practices with higher yields. Furthermore, because hydroponic systems are maintained in controlled environments, it allows for cultivation throughout the year regardless of outdoor conditions. It offers high outputs using less space by extending farms vertically. Numerous studies have been carried out using hydroponic systems to examine how plants react to both biotic and abiotic stress factors. Hence, hydroponics is a promising technology due to its low operational costs despite the high initial capital expenditure, making it an attractive alternative for farming globally.