Hydroponics

Hydroponics: Applications for Precision Agriculture introduces the concepts hydroponics and related advanced applications in the context of the challenges faced by climate change and population growth. It examines the utilization of AI and other modern approaches to improve the level of agricultural automation, minimize the cost of operations, and enhance resource efficiency and sustainable agriculture production. It serves as a useful reference for engineers in the areas of water, environment, climate change, and agriculture. Offers best agricultural practices for different agroclimatic zones. Provides a comprehensive coverage of hydroponics and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) from fundamental principles to advanced applications. Structured into 11 well-organized chapters, ensuring logical progression from basics to system design, management, and troubleshooting. Integrates plant physiology, nutrition, and environmental science with engineering and technological aspects.