Hydroponics — growing plants in nutrient-rich water rather than soil — might seem like a fairly modern idea, but people in China have used the technique to grow rice since at least the 13th century.

With all the talk about nutrients, pH levels, and circulation pumps, hydroponics might seem a little complicated and out of reach. However, it's actually quite simple and approachable, and you don't ...

Seventh graders at Southern Local Jr. High are learning about hydroponics by growing butterhead lettuce in a recently acquired system. Pictured are students, from left, Nathan Hawkins, Bryton Beadle, ...

We also evaluated each tested hydroponics system for its ease of use, value, functionality, appearance, and build quality. With these factors in mind, our favorite is Ahopegarden’s 10-Pod Aeroponics ...

BackgroundWater scarcity, declining water quality, and increasing climate variability are imposing unprecedented constraints on global food production, ...