Modern agriculture seeks solutions that save water and space. One of the most profitable options is to install a hydroponic irrigation system to improve production. By removing the use of soil, the crop receives nutrients directly in its roots. Thanks to this technology, it is possible to obtain higher quality fruits in much less time.
This cultivation method completely dispenses with traditional agricultural soil. Plants grow in an inert medium or directly in water with nutrients. In this way, the farmer decides exactly what food each root receives at every moment of the day.
This type of installation works thanks to several key technical principles:
Several coordinated pieces of equipment are needed for the installation to work correctly. Each piece plays a vital role in ensuring constant plant nutrition.
It is the operational center of the entire network. Here, water pressure is managed and the appropriate flow rate is ensured for every crop line.
These devices constantly measure pH and electrical conductivity. Thanks to them, the equipment knows if the nutrient mix is right or if it needs immediate adjustment.
These are the machines responsible for injecting fertilizers into the water flow. They allow creating custom recipes based on the growth phase of the crop.
This part manages the schedules and duration of irrigation. It allows digitalizing the work so the farmer does not have to perform mixes manually.
These are tanks designed to store the mix of water and fertilizers. They must be made of opaque materials to prevent sunlight from degrading nutrients or generating algae.
This piece retains any impurity before the water reaches the drippers. It prevents clogs in the irrigation network and ensures that food distribution is always uniform.
At INTA, we design each hydroponic irrigation system in a personalized way for every client. We aim to make your crop much more profitable and easier to manage every day. Our technology allows for the digitalization of the entire plant nutrition process to avoid errors.
What we bring to your agricultural project:
Growing without soil offers very clear benefits compared to traditional methods. Technical efficiency is the strongest point of these modern installations.
Water consumption is much lower because the circuit is usually closed. Loss through filtration into the earth is avoided. Waste from excessive evaporation is also reduced.
Plants do not spend energy looking for food in the soil. By receiving nutrients directly, development occurs in less time. This allows for more harvests per year.
The absence of soil eliminates many insects and fungi that live in the ground. This reduces the need to use harsh chemicals. The result is a much healthier and cleaner crop.
This method allows placing more plants per square meter of surface. By not depending on the quality of the terrain, every corner of the greenhouse can be better used.
The farmer adjusts the food dose based on the real state of the plant. This avoids mineral deficiencies and significantly improves the flavor of the fruits.
It is very useful to understand the main differences between soil and a modern hydroponic irrigation system. Each method has a different impact on the final yield of the harvest and the use of resources.
| Feature | Soil Cultivation | Hydroponics (INTA) |
| Water use | Very high due to filtration | Minimum (90% recirculation) |
| Nutrient control | Difficult and approximate | Total, exact, and in real time |
| Growth | Slow (depends on climate) | Very fast and constant |
| Fertilizer use | Great waste in the ground | Maximum 100% utilization |
| Labor | High (plowing and weeding) | Very low (fully automated) |
| Fruit quality | Irregular by area | High, uniform, and better flavor |
| Plant density | Limited by the terrain | Maximum (vertical stacking) |
| Environmental impact | Possible soil erosion | Sustainable with no chemical waste |
| Pest risk | High (from the soil) | Very low (controlled environment) |
Most vegetables adapt very well to this controlled environment. It is common to use it to produce high-quality tomatoes, lettuce, or strawberries.
It is not a complicated process because INTA systems are very intuitive. The software guides the user so that management is simple and safe.
It is necessary to check filters and clean pipes periodically. You must also calibrate sensors to maintain the precision of the measurements.
Yes, although we always perform a prior chemical analysis to know its state. Depending on the source water quality, we adjust filters and final nutrition.
It reduces environmental impact by consuming much less water and fertilizers. It also prevents soil degradation and eliminates the use of toxic pesticides.
Our solution ensures that the crop always receives the exact dose of food. A professional hydroponic irrigation system allows for increasing farm profitability.
