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Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises

Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises

Hydroponics

Hydroponic crops have become very popular in Florida, as the local market demands high quality, year-round produce. There are various hydroponic systems to choose from, but the initial investment for this kind of operations is very substantial. UF/IFAS provides various trainings throughout the year on this type of production. Check our Events Calendar for upcoming workshops. For related topics, check out our Crops, Organic, Pest and Pollinators and Postharvest pages.

  • Hydroponic Crops
    • Hydroponic Production Publications - UF/IFAS
    • Hydroponic Vegetable Production in Florida - UF/IFAS
    • Building a Floating Hydroponic Garden - UF/IFAS
    • UF/IFAS Extension Nutrient Management Series: Container Media Nutrient Test Interpretation
    • Compost-formulated Media for Foliage Plant Production – UF/IFAS
    • Soil and Container Media Electrical Conductivity Interpretations – UF/IFAS
    • Nutrient Deficiencies in Production of Annual Floral Crops – UF/IFAS
  • Greenhouse Design and Production
    • Florida Greenhouse Vegetable Production Handbook - UF/IFAS
    • Florida Greenhouse Design - UF/IFAS
    • Design Suggestions and Greenhouse Management for Vegetable Production in Perlite and Rockwool Media in Florida - UF/IFAS
    • Hydroponic Greenhouse Virtual Field Day Videos – UF/IFAS
    • Greenhouse Manufacturers and Suppliers - UF/IFAS
  • Shade House and High Tunnel Design and Production
    • Growing Bell Peppers in Soilless Culture under Open Shade Structures – UF/IFAS: 
    • Tomato Cultivar Selection Considerations for Open-field and Protected Culture in North Florida – UF/IFAS: 
    • High Tunnel Crop Production Handbook – Alabama A&M & Auburn Universities
  • Aquaponics
    • A Practical Guide for Aquaponics as an Alternative Enterprise – UF/IFAS
  • Additional Resources
      • Greenhouse Production Research Group – Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS)
      • NCAT/ATTRA
  • Video Playlist
    • Hydroponics Playlist- UF/IFAS Extension Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Program

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