Hydroponics is a subset of hydroculture, which is the growing of plants in a soil less medium, or an aquatic based environment. Hydroponic growing uses mineral nutrient solutions to feed the plants in water. Here are some facts on Hydroponics vs Traditional farming:

• Up to 90% more efficient use of water.
• Production increases 3 to 10 times in the same amount of space.
• Many crops can be produced twice as fast in a well managed hydroponic system.
• Decreasing the time between harvest and consumption increases the nutritional value of the vegetables.
• Indoor farming in a climate controlled environment means farms can exist in places where weather and soil conditions are not favourable for traditional food production.
• No chemical weed or pest control products are needed when operating a hydroponic system.