About the Business
About Us:
Letcetra Agritech proudly introduces India’s pioneering hi-tech vertical hydroponics indoor farm, dedicated to producing premium, pesticide-free vegetables of the highest quality. Located in the picturesque region of Goa, India, our indoor hydroponics farm harnesses cutting-edge technology to cultivate a variety of healthy, exotic vegetables in an entirely pesticide-free environment.
In an era where food production faces numerous challenges such as a rapidly growing global population, dwindling water resources, and the environmental impact of transportation, hydroponics emerges as a sustainable solution for both commercial and home-based cultivation. The adoption of hydroponics for small to medium-scale family farms and urban gardens is gaining momentum worldwide.
Hydroponics offers an array of advantages, including the ability to produce 20 to 30% more high-quality vegetables and fruits, reduced water and nutrient consumption, and the opportunity to grow fresh produce virtually anywhere – even on sterile or unproductive land, within bustling cities, and urban centers. This approach minimizes reliance on costly intermediaries and transportation, ultimately reducing our carbon footprint. Hydroponics is user-friendly, enabling successful cultivation by growers of all levels of experience.
Why focus on growing lettuce and salad greens, you might ask?
Salads are not only a healthy dietary choice but also a fast-growing crop that requires minimal space and investment. Most leafy greens and a wide range of aromatic herbs thrive in hydroponic environments, making them particularly suitable for beginners.
Hydroponics, derived from the Latin words ‘Hydro’ meaning water and ‘Ponos’ meaning works or labor, essentially means ‘waterworks.’ It is the science of nurturing plants without soil.
The core principles of hydroponics involve providing enhanced oxygen to the root zone and delivering liquid nutrients directly to the roots. These critical factors result in accelerated growth rates and increased yields compared to traditional soil-based farming methods, where oxygen and nutrient levels are significantly lower. Hydroponics allows for the cultivation of more plants within the same space. Moreover, the controlled environment ensures superior yields, making hydroponics a lucrative and environmentally friendly venture.
