Our consultancy services in production include:
Design
- Complete study and specification of crops and suitable systems.
- Design, supply and installation of Aquaponic and Hydroponic systems.
- Greenhouse design proposal and installation.
- Optional – Fertigation systems and climate control.
- Optional -Supply of local and imported equipment/accessories.
Plant Nutrition
- Formulation of Hydroponic Nutrient Solutions for specific crops and environments.
- Monitoring nutrient status (feed water, run-off water) through laboratory and new onsite technologies.
- Trouble shooting nutrient problems and developing/monitoring correction strategies.
- Altering nutrient solutions due to climatic conditions.
- Media selection.
- Water suitability.
- Planning of Fish to Plant ratio.
- Optimal planning and suggestions for feed conversion ratio and plant nutrient management.
Irrigation
- Timing/rates of application of fertilizers.
- Water quality.
- System design, testing and maintenance.
- Nutrient delivery systems utilizing the latest online control systems.
- Design planning for recirculating Aquaponic systems.
System Management
- Greenhouse and equipment disinfection, sanitation and staff hygiene protocols.
- Organic/inorganic media management.
- Media hygiene.
- Water treatment.
- Cocopeat production systems.
Pest and Disease Management
- Integrated Pest Management.
- Management programs (preventive and control measures).
- Chemical selection and application management.
- Fish health management
- Biochemical selection and IPM in Aquaponics
Crop Management
- Pruning and training systems.
- Crop loading.
- Plant density, light interception.
- Varietal selection.
- Staff training in crop management.
- Fish selection and growth management.
Marketing Plan
- Target markets
- Determine distribution methods or channels to market
- Evaluate pricing strategy
- Determine advertising and promotional activities
- Staff training in crop management.
- Evaluate product enhancements and/or product repositioning