Aeroponics – School of Agriculture

Aeroponics is an innovative method of growing plants that involves suspending plant roots in a misted environment, rather than using soil or other growing media.

Aeroponics is a method of growing plants in a misted environment, where the plant roots are suspended in air and are constantly misted with a nutrient-rich solution. This method of growing allows for precise control over the growing conditions, including pH levels, nutrient levels, and water supply. As the roots are suspended in air, they receive more oxygen, which can lead to faster growth and healthier plants.

Aeroponics offers several advantages over traditional soil-based gardening and other hydroponic growing methods. For one, it requires less water, as the nutrient solution is delivered directly to the roots in a misted form. Additionally, it eliminates the need for pesticides and herbicides, as the plants are grown in a controlled environment with no soil-borne pests. Finally, aeroponics can lead to higher yields, as plants receive a constant supply of nutrients, water, and oxygen, and grow more quickly than those grown in soil.

In an aeroponic system, plants are suspended above a reservoir that contains the nutrient solution. A pump and spray nozzles deliver the nutrient solution as a fine mist, which is then absorbed by the roots. As the misted solution evaporates, it helps to regulate the temperature and humidity levels in the growing environment. As the plants grow, their roots dangle freely in the air, allowing for more oxygen to reach them.

Dr. Ravi Prakash Mishra

Asso. Prof./ Head

School of Agriculture