Vertical Farming and Hydroproucs
S.Y.B.Sc. SEM III BO-218 (SEC)
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We are very happy to give this book entitled Vertical Farming and
Hydroponics BO-218 for second year students of Botany of Kavayitri
Bahinabai Chaudhari, North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon as per NEP 2020
w.e.f.2025-26. This book best for the information required for completion of
syllabus as along with description it is provide with neat, easy and well-illustrated
labelled diagrams wherever necessary.
We are confidant that this book will prove a feasible assistance to the
teachers and students while teaching and learning of the topics. This book delves
into the transformative world of vertical farming and hydroponics. As traditional
agriculture faces unprecedented challenges from dwindling arable land and
water scarcity to the impacts of climate change these cutting-edge techniques
offer revolutionary solutions. Explore how controlled-environment agriculture is
reshaping food production, enabling us to grow more with less, closer to home,
and with a significantly reduced environmental footprint. Join us on a journey to
discover the power of soil-less cultivation and stacked growing systems, paving
the way for a resilient and abundant food supply for generations to come.
We acknowledge with gratitude the kind of help and encouragement that
received in preparation of this book from many of our highly qualified and
experienced colleagues. We shall be thankful to all those, who would come
forward with constrictive suggestions to incorporate them in the next edition.
We are thankful to the Chairman and members of Board of studies in Botany
of KBCNMU for their support and suggestions during writing of this book. Our
special thanks to Shri. Rangrao A. Patil, publisher, Prashant publications for
undertaking the publication and the staff of Prashant publication, Jalgaon who
have taken enough interest to bring out this book in time.
Thank you
UNIT 1……………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Introduction to Vertical Farming
1.1 Concept of Vertical Farming
1.2 Definition, Scope and Importance of Vertical Farming
1.3 Types of Vertical Farms
1.4 Advantages and Limitations of Vertical Farming
UNIT 2……………………………………………………………………………………. 23
Techniques of Vertical Farming
2.1 Techniques of Vertical Farmingi)
Hydroponics, ii) Aeroponics, iii) Aquaponics vertical farming.
2.2 Types of Vertical Farming Structures –
i) Rack and Tray systems ii) Tower system ii) Vertical Wall System.
2.3 Important Growth Parameters in Vertical Farming –
i) Light ii) Temperature iii) Humidity iv) Electric conductivity and pH
v) Water culture system vi) Growing media.
2.4 Plants Suitable for Vertical Farming.
UNIT 3……………………………………………………………………………………. 38
Micro Greens Farming
3.1. Introduction and Definition.
3.2 Types of Microgreens Farming.
i) Kitchen Microgreen Farming or Indoor Microgreen Farming.
ii) Hydroponic Microgreen Farming System.
3.3. Techniques of Microgreen Farming.
3.4. Growing Methods of Microgreens Farming.
3.5. Nutritional Values and Health Benefits of Microgreens.
3.6. Plants used in Growing Microgreens. UNIT 4……………………………………………………………………………………. 47
Vertical Gardening
4.1. Introduction- Definition, importance of vertical gardens.
4.2. Types of vertical gardensi)
Green walls/ Living walls ii) Green facades iii) Tower garden.
4.3. Important factors of vertical gardening.
4.4. Plants suitable for vertical gardens.
4.5. Advantages and disadvantages of vertical gardening.
UNIT 5……………………………………………………………………………………. 63
Hydroponics Techniques
5.1. Introduction, definition, basic concept and design of hydroponics
techniques,
5.2. Hydroponic Growing Systemsi)
Nutrient Film Technique (NFT). ii ) Deep Flow technique (DFT).
iii) Solution culture or liquid hydroponics. iv) Flood and Drain Systems.
5.3. Growing medium and Nutrient solutions in hydroponics.
5.4. Growth parameters.
5.5. Importance of hydroponics.
5.6. Plants suitable for hydroponics.
5.7. Applications of hydroponics techniques-fodder, microgreens, vegetables..
REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………………. 78
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