According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the world
population will reach nine billion people in 2050, of which 75% will live in urban settlements …

Soilless cultivation represent a valid opportunity for the agricultural production sector,
especially in areas characterized by severe soil degradation and limited water availability …

Soilless Culture: Theory and Practice, Second Edition, is the first authoritative reference
book on both the theoretical and practical aspects of growing plants without the use of soil. It …

Mass balance principles are a cornerstone of efficient fertilizer use and can be utilized to
optimize plant nutrition without discarding or leaching solution. Here, we describe the …

Plant pathogens in irrigation water were recognized early in the last century as a significant
crop health issue. This issue has increased greatly in scope and degree of impact since that …

Decoupled aquaponic systems have the potential to become one of the most effective
sustainable production systems for the combined production of animal protein and plant …

Hydroponics is a farming technique for growing plants with mineral nutrients using a soil-
free medium. The plant roots are submerged in soil-free media, such as vermiculite or …

With water conservation and reuse a priority for communities worldwide, recycling irrigation
water in commercial plant nurseries and greenhouses is a logical measure. Plant …

Attaining sustainable agriculture is a key goal in many parts of the world. The increased
environmental awareness and the ongoing attempts to execute agricultural practices that …

The etiology and epidemiology of Pythium root rot in hydroponically-grown crops are
reviewed with emphasis on knowledge and concepts considered important for managing the …