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Sodium Accumulation in Hydroponic Systems

Sodium accumulation is an ongoing problem in hydroponic systems. It affects both Recirculating Systems (accumulation in the nutrient solution) as … Continue reading →

Posted August 7, 2013 in General

The Importance of Automatic Nutrient & pH Dosing

Automatic Dosing is an important aspect that all commercial growers should consider for their business. The main function of an Automatic … Continue reading →

Posted October 23, 2013 in General

The Importance of Dissolved Oxygen In A Nutrient Solution

Hydroponic growing requires careful attention to be given to Dissolved Oxygen availability in a nutrient solution. Dissolved Oxygen is the … Continue reading →

Posted October 25, 2013 in General

Recommended Nutrient Strengths for Various Crop Types

The attached table shows a range of recommended nutrient strengths for a wide range of crop types. The table uses … Continue reading →

Posted April 29, 2014 in General

The Dangers of Manually Dosing Acid

Manually dosing acid for pH correction is a procedure which can put a crop at risk if done incorrectly. Overdosing … Continue reading →

Posted April 26, 2016 in General

Why Use Hydroponics?

Hydroponic growing is the best way to overcome global food and water shortages and produce the highest quality, nutritious produce … Continue reading →

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The Importance Of Dissolved Oxygen In A Hydroponic Solution

Hydroponic growing requires careful attention to be given to dissolved oxygen availability to the root system. Dissolved Oxygen is the … Continue reading →

Posted August 13, 2016 in General

Leaf Miner Identification and Control

Leaf Miner is a persistent and damaging problem for hydroponic lettuce and leafy green growers worldwide. Pure Hydroponics have prepared … Continue reading →

Posted July 20, 2017 in General

Algae Control

Algae is a constant battle for hydroponic growers. Normally it is just a visual nuisance but if it is left … Continue reading →

Posted July 5, 2021 in General

Untreated Water Is High Risk

Untreated water such as River water is host to a wide range of root disease-causing organisms in hydroponics. Pythium is … Continue reading →

Posted March 30, 2022 in General