Hydroponics

The hydroponics market was valued at USD 9.5 billion in 2020 and it is projected to grow at 11% per year for the next 10 years. The pressure on the agriculture industry to meet the growing demand for grains and food leads to the search for high-yielding farming techniques, such as precision farming and urban farming. Hydroponics viewed as a potential solution for the growing concern about food security in the coming years. Hydroponics farming provides year-round crop production and uses less water than traditional soil-based systems. Hydroponic growing allows for faster growth and higher yields than traditional soil-based growing systems. However, one of the challenges facing hydroponic farmers is the dependence on pumps and aeration systems to provide moving aerated water and nutrients to the plants. The systems are energy intensive and require constant maintenance to ensure reliable operation.