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Publication date: 12 September 2016

Chenin Treftz and Stanley T. Omaye

The purpose of this review of the literature is to provide readers a foundation of understanding whereby future research can move forward in the quest for global sustainable food…

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this review of the literature is to provide readers a foundation of understanding whereby future research can move forward in the quest for global sustainable food production.

Design/methodology/approach

This review includes up-to-date information from evidence-based sources on hydroponics. Topics included are advantages, limitations, nutritional quality and sensory quality

Findings

Hydroponic growing systems offer the opportunity to at least augment traditional soil-based growing systems in global food production. Some benefits of hydroponic growing systems are limitation of water waste (recirculation), crops grown in controlled environments (control of pests, nutrients and attributes required for optimal plant growth) and ability to manipulate conditions to maximize production in limited space (vertical gardens).

Practical implications

The human population is increasing with a parallel increase in the demand for food; therefore, food production must increase to meet the need.

Originality/value

In spite of the rapid interest and proliferation of information by laypeople, evidence-based research is scant on hydroponics. This article provides a summary of the literature on hydroponics and how it may be used for sustainable food production in arid and urban areas.

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Nutrition & Food Science, vol. 46 no. 5
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0034-6659

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