Aeroponics: Transforming Vegetable Farming for the Future

Patel, Pavan K. and Rathod, K. D. (2025) Aeroponics: Transforming Vegetable Farming for the Future. Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology, 28 (1). pp. 155-165. ISSN 2394-1081

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Abstract

The global population is projected to reach 9.8 billion by 2050, necessitating a 60-70% increase in agricultural production. Traditional soil-based farming faces challenges like soil degradation, water scarcity and climate vulnerability. Aeroponics, a soil-less cultivation method, offers a solution. By suspending plant roots and misting them with nutrient-rich solutions, aeroponics maximizes resource efficiency, reduces water consumption by 96% and ensures consistent yields year-round. It's particularly effective for high-value crops like potatoes and tomatoes. Despite initial costs and technical complexities, aeroponics presents a sustainable alternative for future food production, demonstrated by successful implementations worldwide, including in India and the United States.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: Open Digi Academic > Biological Science
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Date Deposited: 14 Jan 2025 05:46
Last Modified: 20 Mar 2025 11:52
URI: http://papers.sendtopublish.com/id/eprint/1640

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