Listen "Lightning in a Bottle: Plasma-Activated Water for Hydroponics"
Episode Synopsis
This episode explores plasma-activated water (PAW): how ionized gas (like lightning) can be used to create reactive oxygen and nitrogen species that supply plant-available nitrogen and act as a natural sanitizer for hydroponic systems.
We cover potential benefits (reduced synthetic nitrogen use, biofilm and pythium suppression, no toxic residue), practical approaches, current research and real-world trials, plus limitations such as dosing control, decay of reactive species, equipment costs and energy demands.
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We cover potential benefits (reduced synthetic nitrogen use, biofilm and pythium suppression, no toxic residue), practical approaches, current research and real-world trials, plus limitations such as dosing control, decay of reactive species, equipment costs and energy demands.
https://eutrema.co.uk/shop/fertiliser/liquid-gold-unique-complete-fertiliser/
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