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Extension of aquaponic water use for NFT baby-leaf production : mizuna and rocket salad [PDF]

, 2018
Aquaponics is a recirculating technology that combines aquaculture with hydroponics. It allows nutrients from fish waste to feed plants and thus saves water and nutrients.
Junge, Ranka, Komives, Tamas, Mathis, Alex, Maucieri, Carmelo, Nicoletto, Carlo, Sambo, Paolo, Schmautz, Zala   +6 more
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Florigen Activation Complex Dynamics and SVP‐Mediated Repression Orchestrate Temperature‐Regulated Flowering in Saffron

Plant Biotechnology Journal, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Saffron, a high‐value spice cultivated worldwide for its therapeutic and culinary uses, is a sterile triploid species, rendering conventional breeding approaches ineffective. This limitation underscores the need for molecular and biotechnological strategies for its genetic improvement. Flowering, a key determinant of saffron yield, is strongly
Diksha Kalia, Joel Jose‐Santhi, Firdous Rasool Sheikh, Rajesh Kumar Singh   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Managing the Nutraceutical and Sensorial Qualities of Pisanello, an Ancient Tomato Landrace, in Soilless Conditions

Applied Sciences
Recently, there has been significant consumer demand for traditional tomato varieties due to their favourable organoleptic qualities; however, the cultivation of these ancient varieties is becoming more restricted due to inadequate shelf life and low ...
Fatjon Cela, Basma Najar, Isabella Taglieri, Chiara Sanmartin, Giulia Carmassi, Costanza Ceccanti, Luca Incrocci, Francesca Venturi   +7 more
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Carbon‐based materials from renewable sources: Challenges and perspectives with a focus on green coconut

Journal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology, Volume 101, Issue 3, Page 477-493, March 2026.
Abstract This article presents a comprehensive examination of agricultural production, biomass generation, and its transformation into biochar, with a particular emphasis on green coconut waste as a primary resource. It underscores the link between agriculture and substantial biomass output, shedding light on the ecological issues associated with solid
Yslaine Andrade de Almeida, Iara de Fatima Gimenez, Ledjane Silva Barreto, Isis Nayra Rolemberg Prudente, Hericles Campos dos Santos   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Design and evaluation of slow sand and UV filters for effective nutrient recycling in closed soilless cultivation

The Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences
Nutrient and water use efficiency can be improved in soilless cultivation systems by recirculating the leachate. However, untreated leachate contains particulate matter that may clog drip emitters and root pathogens which can pose a threat to the crop ...
KAMAL GURMIT SINGH, ANGREJ SINGH, AAMIR ISHAQ SHAH, GURPARTEET SINGH   +3 more
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Weaving a New Path: Rethinking Incumbents' Role in Sustainability Transitions Through a Multilevel Perspective

Creativity and Innovation Management, Volume 35, Issue 1, Page 91-109, March 2026.
ABSTRACT This study investigates how incumbent firms can actively foster sustainability transitions by strategically engaging across regime and niche levels when developing sustainable innovations. Drawing on an embedded case study of a leading Italian textile company involved in eight sustainable innovation projects, we identify four strategies—namely,
Maria Sofia Pugliese, Albachiara Boffelli, Mara Brumana, Matteo Kalchschmidt   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Prototype Sensor for Estimating Light Interception by Plants in a Greenhouse [PDF]

, 2008
Light interception is one of the most important factors for plant growth. The intercepted amount depends on the incoming radiation in the greenhouse and the percentage of interception by the crop and is directly related to the leaf area.
Gieling, T.H., Janssen, H.J.J., Marcelis, L.F.M., Meurs, E.J.J., Ruijsch Van Dugteren, J.H., Sarlikioti, V.   +5 more
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Banglaponics: A Soilless Cultivation Technique For Tomato In Bangladesh

Bangladesh Journal of Botany, 2023
The study was carried out to develop an efficient, reproducible method to overcome the drought stress and increasing agriculture field crisis of Bangladesh. Banglaponics, a soilless cultivation technique comprised of traditional agricultural fertilizers in pond water mixed with cow urine has been used to evaluate the efficiency of tomato production ...
Masuma Khatun, null Md Mizanur Rahman, Tabibur Rahman, Sabrina Naz   +3 more
openaire   +1 more source

Agricultural System Resilience of Industrial Hemp: An Exploratory Value Web Analysis in the Swabian Alb

GCB Bioenergy, Volume 18, Issue 2, February 2026.
This study assessed the industrial hemp value web resilience in the Swabian Alb, Southern Germany, where regional implementation remains limited despite hemp's bioeconomy potential. Using an indicator framework and stakeholder interviews, the research found the small, fluctuating cultivation area (e.g., 25 ha in 2024) focuses on hemp seed valorisation;
Lena‐Sophie Loew, Moritz von Cossel
wiley   +1 more source

Trends in rooting media in Dutch horticulture during the period 2001-2005: The new growing media project [PDF]

, 2009
An overview of the developments in the area and volume of substrates used for horticultural rooting media in Holland in the period 2001 to 2005 is given.
Blok, C., Verhagen, J.B.G.M.
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