Not all crops are equal in hydroponics. The choice of plant determines the yield, the speed of cycles and day-to-day management. So which should you favour?
Leafy greens and herbs: the champions of NFT
The NFT system excels with short-cycle leafy and aromatic crops. They grow fast, are harvested often and make the most of the greenhouse's controlled environment. Basil is the textbook example — see the basil crop profile.
Basil, our best-documented crop
Basil combines good yields and short cycles. As an indication, a 200 m² greenhouse targets about 2,900 kg per year. That is why it is our reference crop today, documented on our greenhouses.
What makes a good hydroponic crop
Three conditions matter: good yields, a fast cycle and a reliable commercial outlet. Detailed estimates are in each model's brochure; the factors to review are explained in our article on greenhouse profitability.