The enterprise “Hydroponics” in Vorkuta grows greens all year round. On the company’s page on the VKontakte social network, it is clarified that greenery grows without land in a special floral sponge.
“Lettuce, onion, dill, parsley, cilantro, green basil, sorrel, spinach, mint, lemon balm, Romano salad, Chard are available,” the message says.
Growing with a special sponge is called the hydroponic method. Thus, it is possible to protect products from pests, fungi and diseases, and various chemicals are also not needed.
Judging by the information on the social network page, the company often participates in contests. In addition, the organization recently received a grant from the subject as a social enterprise that employs vulnerable segments of the population. The funds were spent on the purchase of equipment.
A source: https://fedpress.ru/