Glen valley incubation scheme an instant success

Known as hydroponics, the system uses new technology that is particularly good for vegetable production.
It does not use soil, is cost effective and produces greater yields. Adopted from Israel, the system involves planting crops in cocopit or sawdust. LEA technology coach, Bettie Francis, says this system can be used in a greenhouse."By using this system, water is thoroughly cleansed and then mixed with fertilisers," Bettie says.

"The machines are programmed in time intervals to water the plants automatically." She believes that this is the best technology adopted from Israel in southern Africa. However, to use it, clients must have sufficient water supply and a field.