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Quarantine
The ability to quarantine and isolate certain plants or groups of plants is especially advantageous in a large commercial agriculture setting . When disease or pest infestations occur , it is easy to remove the affected area before the problem spreads . Most gardens do not have this option . When potential problems are spotted quickly , this quarantine method can even be used to save the plants in the immediate problem area long before the entire crop is affected .
Homogeneous and Non-Homogenous Capabilities
Most agricultural crops are homogenous , even in controlled environment agriculture ( CEA ) settings . This is due to the need for the increased efficiencies provided by repeatability . Modular systems offer these efficiencies but also offer commercial gardeners the opportunity to grow nonhomogeneous crops where different varieties or families of crops can be grown in the same areas and even on different feeding schedules or regimens . This versatility provides modern growers the opportunity to anticipate and adapt rapidly , providing their markets with crops that are in-demand and of high value .
Due to their versatility , modular hydroponic systems have a future in controlled environment agriculture . This advanced concept is only just beginning . These systems not only offer commercial users the competitive advantages outlined in this article , they also offer all users new options and components to utilize in their gardens . These tools make it easier for growers to tinker and adapt their systems as needed from crop to crop . This adaptability provides for a fun hobby garden or an advanced competitive advantage in a commercial work environment or research setting . If you haven ' t tried out a modular system or components , consider adding this technology to your own garden and then customize as you grow .
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