siliconindia | | JULY 20249water shortage. Hydroponic technology is likely to be one such game-changer in changing agriculture in Bengaluru. The use of a nutrient system through water, rather than being in direct soil, makes hydroponics very sustainable with maximum crop yields and saving this high-value resource called as water.Okay Fine, let's take a look at how farmers in Bengaluru are finding success in hydroponic farming! Explore the top 5 successful hydroponic farmers in Bengaluru.Evergreen FarmsEvergreen Farms is an urban farm based in Bangalore. It specifies in hydroponics, aeroponics, robotics, and IoT technologies. Founded by Prasanth Ramachandran in 2019, the mission of the company has been to deliver fresh, clean, and nutritious greens at very affordable prices. With the capability to raise over 30,000 plants for the entire year in its fully climate-controlled polyhouse, the plight of Evergreen Farms is to try out new crop varieties. Their commitment to local production means pesticide-free harvesting, hence differences in contributing to sustainable agricultural practices in the urban setup.Hydrogarden Based in Bangalore, Hydrogarden is one of the leading hydroponic farms, known for the cultivation of exotics like green leafy vegetables without any insecticides throughout the year. Bharat N founded Hydrogarden as a venture founded on the philosophy of direct supply of fresh produce, rich in nutrients to institutions and consumers alike. Its products range from various types of lettuce, bok choy, celery, and basil, all to ensure that sustainability goes hand-in-hand with premium quality for every harvest. From restaurants to retailers to health-conscious challengers, Hydrogarden comes up with sustainable practices to go hand-in-hand with unequaled freshness.Belesiri Belesiri Academy is a Premier Institute in India that trains and consults on Hydroponics and Soil-less Farming. The vision of Belesiri Academy goes beyond building a community of committed growers; they aim to promote healthy eating, sustainable living, and profitable farming practices. It provides the right kind of conversance to people with different needs through workshops ranging from basic to advanced and courses in both English and Kannada. It is such programs that help people of diverse nature realize how to engage in hydroponic farming effectively. Belesiri Academy is a package for starting anyone with hydroponics, the small-scale farm, or needing consultation on larger projects.CityGreens CityGreens Hydroponics, voted as India's most awarded agriculture technology start-up by The Financial Express in August 2022, is expanding its global presence. Headquartered in Asia at its HQ and Tech Development Centre in Bangalore, its Agriculture R&D Centre in Ahmedabad, and its MEA HQ and Sustainability Solutions in Dubai, CityGreens executes turnkey set-ups for hydroponics, aeroponics, and indoor farms. They guarantee buy-back of produce for projects of 1 acre and above across pan-India. Pioneering automation, CityGreens holds the distinction of running India's first aeroponics farm for medical-grade hemp and has set precedence for sustainability by housing a 1.45 lakh sq ft R&D farm that is fully powered by renewable energy. Bringing advanced technology to sustainable practices, CityGreens works on better yields at lesser costs and friendly farming to the environment.Kryzen Kryzen Biotech is a turnkey, commercial hydroponics farm development company with a sturdy pipeline of low-capex and high-ROI hydroponic farms. It works in controlled environment agriculture and merges sustainable technology with farm practices of the modern age to empower both urban and rural farmers. The company remains focused on quality service delivery, bringing bespoke solutions to clients while maintaining strict food safety standards. It runs a fully integrated business model ranging from in-house farm operations to FMCG product development. With the mission to empower 1 lakh urban farmers, Kryzen Biotech envisions that farming will be a sustainable business by 2030. We provide solutions customized personally for establishing profitable commercial hydroponic farms and industry-leading ROI.Wrapping it up!Hydroponic farming in Bangalore assumes the role of a much-needed advancement in agriculture amidst urbanization. Effective usage of resources and the facility to grow a wide range of crops make it a desirable way forward for Garden City. In step with the tech innovation hub that Bangalore is, hydroponics brings a new era to farming. Moving forward with this farming technique gives one hope for a cleaner environment and a secure food future. From visiting local hydroponic farms to developing your own home garden, Bangalore's agricultural landscape essentially takes the shade of hydroponics. 99
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