Year 2025, Volume 10, Issue 1
| Year : | 2025 |
| Volume : | 10 |
| Issue : | 1 |
| Authors : | Moutaz ALHAMADA, Romane GUEHERY, Chloé RAGOUVIN, Victor METAYER, Daniel MEKONTCHOU TANKOU, Amiel ASSOUMOU AVA BEKOGO, Daniel KALNIN |
| Title : | OPTIMIZING HYDROPONIC FORAGE PRODUCTION: THE IMPACT OF WATER QUALITY ON WHEAT GROWTH AND YIELD |
| Abstract : | This study investigates the impact of water quality on the productivity of hydroponic wheat forage. Two water sources were compared: water from a local lake and water from a fish farming center. After a six-week acclimation period, repeated experiments were conducted for 17 days each to evaluate the growth and productivity of hydroponic wheat. The results show that lake water, despite its higher mineral content, led to faster growth and greater final height of wheat plants compared to fish farming water. Dry matter yields were also significantly higher with lake water (36.6 tons/ha) compared to fish farming water (22.5 tons/ha). Analyses revealed significant differences in ash content, indicating a higher mineral accumulation in forage grown with lake water. These findings suggest that the source and quality of water play a crucial role in the productivity of hydroponic forage, offering a viable and sustainable solution for small-scale farmers, particularly in regions where traditional forage production is challenging. This technology promises to enhance the sustainability of future livestock farming systems. |
ISSN 2490-3434 (Printed)
ISSN 2490-3442 (Online)
ISSN 2490-3442 (Online)
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