Harvesting and Storing Hydroponic Produce Hydroponic agriculture offers several advantages over soil-grown crops. For one thing, hydroponic systems don’t need soil-based nutrient solutions or pesticides and herbicides like their soil counterparts do. Furthermore, growing hydroponic produce locally reduces the distance food has to travel and therefore lowers carbon emissions. This makes it a more advantageous option for consumers who are concerned about food safety and want to support local agriculture. Selecting Appropriate Growing Mediums Selecting the ideal hydroponic growing medium is paramount to successful cultivation. A suitable medium should have a balance of water-holding capacity, aeration and drainage capabilities. A suitable growing medium will…