as in aquaculture
technical
a method of growing plants in water rather than in soil
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydroponics
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Wills, who studied sturgeon at the Evans’ farm, said aquaculture is still in its infancy, and has historically relied on wild broodstock to replenish genetic diversity on fish farms.—
Kylie Williams,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2025 -
That means shifting away from carnivorous species like salmon toward unfed aquaculture options—such as mussels and oysters—which require no external feed inputs.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Two programs remain: — An ag farmlands workshop will be held at 2 p.m. June 23 at the Lake County Board of County Commissioners chambers, 315 W. Main St., Tavares, with a discussion on local agriculture challenges and available resources.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2025
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Rollins reportedly personally lobbied Trump to make the change after hearing from farmers and agriculture groups who were staring down economic ruin, blindsiding the immigration hawks.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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Penang durian farming is mostly small-scale, possibly because land here is steep and rocky and thus challenging for industrial agriculture.—
Tom Downey,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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Increasing biodiversity and soil resilience through regenerative farming is both effective and within our means.—
Alan McClay,
Sourcing Journal,
26 June 2025
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Composting: Level up your gardening expertise by recycling your yard waste.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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That includes vacuum cleaners and cleaning gadgets, kitchen must-haves, and gardening and patio finds, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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From sustainable packaging to organic cultivation, the cannabis industry is blossoming with green innovations that align with conscious consumption.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
17 June 2025
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Acquiring a medical-marijuana license, setting up cultivation and processing facilities and securing dispensary locations in Florida costs tens of millions of dollars.—
Dara Kam,
Sun Sentinel,
17 June 2025
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Tim Johnson is senior director of horticulture at the Chicago Botanic Garden.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2025
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Markis Hill is a horticulture agent with Kansas State University Research and Extension.—
Markis Hill,
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2025
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“Hydroponics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydroponics. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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