19 February 2025

Hydroponic sweet basil: cultivating flavour and sustainability

Hydroponics is an innovative approach in precision agriculture, driving a more efficient, sustainable and scalable future. Hydroponic cultivation replaces conventional soil-based agriculture with nutrient-rich water solutions. Nutrient solutions are the lifeblood of plant growth, with plant roots submerged in a precisely controlled fertiliser regime that ensures optimal nutrient availability and sustainability, leading to nutrient-rich harvests.

Photo and description by: Zoia Arshad Awan

Teagasc project: Leaf No Waste

Funding: Science Foundation Ireland