In this system crops are grown in vertical stacked layers, It is also known as tower Gardens under hydroponic cultivation. In home hydroponic system of cultivation vertical farming practiced on a limited scale that too leafy vegetables like lettuce and other leafy vegetables etc.
It may not be economical for turmeric cultivation , as the soil base is required for economic yields and profitability.
Subsidy of 50% can be availed for poly house for soil medium only. The National Horticulture Board has not indicated the hydroponic cultivation in the guidelines.
G.Anandarao B.Sc(Ag)