Agri-Food Innovation
Improving Crop Yield Through Optimised Nutrient Formulation
Optimised nutrient recipes that enhance crop growth and reduce common problems caused by imbalanced nutrients.
Technology overview
Different plant species have varying nutrient requirements. Current urban farming practices employ a generic hydroponic nutrient solution that is suitable for most plant types, along with a basic sensing system that only measures the total ion content in the solution. This approach often leads to nutrient deficiency or overloading, necessitating consistent monitoring.
A targeted hydroponic nutrient solution reduces the need for periodic nutrient adjustments. RP has analysed the nutrient consumption patterns of common Asian crops during their growth periods and formulated nutrient recipes to ensure optimal growth for specific crop types. This reduces common issues related to imbalanced nutrients and wastage of nutrients. Nutrient recipes have been developed for crops such as Mizuna, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard, Kalian, and Caixin.
Technology features
The nutrient recipes are specific to individual crop types, ensuring the best growth for each crop, such as lettuce or kale.
Applications
Relevant for indoor hydroponics farmers.
Applicable to fertiliser and chemical production companies.
Useful for agriscience companies.
Benefits
Directly increases yield.
Reduce the need for manpower to monitor plant nutrient intake.
More resource-efficient, requiring fewer nutrient adjustments.
Reduce common problems associated with imbalanced nutrients.
Offers a sustainable, eco-friendly solution that has the potential to minimise waste.
Commercialisation
The technology is available for licensing and technology transfer.
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