Climate-Controlled Greenhouses vs. Indoor Farming is a 168-page publication for anyone hesitating between building a climate-controlled greenhouse or establishing an advanced Indoor Farm powered entirely by LED lights. The first part of the book focuses on...

In the video below, which has gone viral on Instagram, we demonstrate six weeks of basil growth on an aeroponic tower. This system allows for the cultivation of up to 52 plants in less than one square meter without the need for soil. The plants are irrigated by...

When using aeroponic towers, whether for domestic use (like the Tower Garden Home or the Tower Garden Flex) or for an aeroponic Tower Farm, a wide variety of crops can be grown successfully. Cucumbers are one of the "aeroponic champions," thriving remarkably well with...

Mosaic virus is a disease (plant pathogen) that affects a wide variety of crops, mainly cucumbers and other cucurbits. In its early stage, the mosaic virus is very easy to spot: leaves develop mottled patterns, showing unusual signs of light and dark green patches...

When growing day-neutral strawberry varieties, we advise either a climate-controlled greenhouse or to farm indoors using LED lights. Day-neutral strawberries are extremely sensitive to the climate environment, and respecting the temperature recommended range for...

Day-neutral strawberries are popular amongst farmers and gardeners alike since they produce fruit throughout the season, usually starting around late spring and continuing until the 1st frost. Unlike June-bearing varieties which only give one big harvest yearly,...

June-bearing stawberry varieties produce one large crop in late spring to early summer. They are known for high yields and large, sweet berries. They are best for those seeking a single, abundant harvest. June-bearing strawberries are a popular choice for anyone...

Microbiomes are tiny organisms consisting of bacteria, fungi, yeast, and beneficial viruses. They are essential in the soil for plants to properly intake nutrients and water. Microbiomes are also crucial for healthy gut flora in our bodies. However, there is a...

Each tower is equipped with a submersible 45W pump working 4.8 hours per day (3 minutes on and 12 minutes off). Based on such metrics, below are the daily electrical consumption of Tower Farms featuring 10 towers, 20 towers, 30 towers, 40 towers, 50 towers, 100...

A Tower Farm is defined by a minimum of 10 commercial-grade aeroponic towers equipped with fully automated irrigation and nutrient-dosing systems. It is obvious that an aeroponic tower used to grow parsley will use less water and nutrients than a tower dedicated to...

Different fertilizer sources can be used when growing fruits and vegetables in an aeroponic tower vertical farm: The soluble ionic mineral-based solution that we sell is excellent, but there are many other fertilizer options that provide great results. We have...

Macronutrients: 1. N - Nitrogen2. P - Phosphorus3. K - Potassium Secondary Nutrients: 1. Ca - Calcium2. Mg - Magnesium3. S - Sulfur Micronutrients: 1. B - Boron2. Cl - Chlorine3. Cu - Copper4. Fe - Iron5. Mn - Manganese6. Mo - Molybdenum7. Zn - Zinc Other Related...

Recently, a prospective customer asked us, "How does your solution compare to investing the same amount in one hectare of land?" This is a great question, but it is also quite broad. Answering it accurately is similar to asking a car dealer, "How fast does a car...

1. CEA - Controlled Environment Agriculture2. CO2 - Carbon Dioxide3. Drip - Drip Irrigation4. DWC - Deep Water Culture5. Ebb & Flow - Ebb and Flow (also referred to as Flood and Drain)6. EC - Electrical Conductivity7. HID - High-Intensity Discharge (light)8. HPS -...

When growing tomatoes on a Tower Garden, it is crucial to select the right cultivars. Tomatoes are classified as either determinate or indeterminate:Determinate Tomatoes: Determinate tomatoes, usually called "bush tomatoes," are plants measuring 50 cm to 1.5 m (more...

1. BMS - Building Management System2. CCH - Commercial Greenhouse3. CEA - Controlled Environment Agriculture4. CO2 - Carbon Dioxide5. CTE - Coefficient of Thermal Expansion6. DLI - Daily Light Integral7. EC - Electrical Conductivity (of nutrient solutions)8. GAP -...

Utopia Feels is a glamping campground located in British Columbia. It is the largest outdoor vertical farm using aeroponic towers in Canada.Sustainable Farming using Aeroponic Towers Through our sustainable vertical farming method using aeroponic towers, Utopia Feels...

Greenhouses are constructed in many different shapes and styles for functionality and attractiveness. There are various types of construction and design for commercial greenhouses. The traditional A-frame greenhouse is classic and triangular, making it quite...

We have just released the updated version of "Vertical Farming with Aeroponics"! "Vertical Farming with Aeroponics" 2024 is the most comprehensive information ever published for anyone considering starting a business with a Tower Farm using Tower Garden technology....

A hybrid greenhouse is a low-cost solution for outdoor growing, allowing for lower temperatures, protection from rain and wind, and increased pest management leverage. When setting up a hybrid greenhouse, although Agrotonomy uses a professional greenhouse...

A "light recipe" in the context of LED lighting for agriculture refers to a specific combination of light wavelengths and intensities customized to optimize plant growth and development for maximum production and quality. This is particularly important in controlled...

Our aeroponic tower technology is super simple and straightforward to learn. Many people request 2 to 3-day workshops in person at our Tower Farms. However, considering that our technology is so simple that after a 3-hour workshop, we have covered everything. If we...

Agrotonomy was the first company to set up a Tower Farm using Tower Garden technology in Europe. Throughout Europe, we have set up commercial vertical farming projects using hydroponic towers in Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Slovakia, Germany, Sweden, Bulgaria,...

Fans play a crucial role in air circulation and recirculation inside a greenhouse. Whether discussing a fully climate-controlled greenhouse or just a hybrid greenhouse, having the right type of fans is essential. When farming with aeroponic towers, as with all...

After the hype created by the vertical farming industry, many major players have gone bankrupt or are in the process of corporate restructuring. The most recent companies that have filed for bankruptcy, representing hundreds of millions of dollars lost, are the...

Tomatoes grow abundantly when using hydroponic towers on a vertical farm. We have run many comparative tests with conventional soil farming. Tomatoes grown on hydroponic towers produce a superior yield to conventional soil farming for cherry tomatoes but only an equal...

Okra is a flowering edible plant which belongs to the Malvaceae or mallow family, along with cotton and hibiscus. It is commonly known as lady’s fingers in some English-speaking countries due to its long and slender pods that are often compared to a lady’s fingers....

On our various social media platforms, whether on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram or TikTok, we feature several videos related to the Tower Garden for domestic use. From publishing assembly videos to videos outlining the special features of the Tower Garden for home-use,...

For the past ten years, a lot of people have been interested in urban gardening and vertical farming to solve numerous environmental and economic problems, especially now that there is a growing number in the global population. In fact, the world population is...

What are turnips?Brassica rapa, commonly known as turnip, is a root vegetable that is usually white, red, or purple in color. It is often associated with potatoes or beets, but it really belongs to the Brassicaceae family, along with broccoli, cabbage, cauliflowers,...

Although our aeroponic towers take less than 1m² meter in space, we recommend allocating 1.5m² to 2m² per tower (depending on crops), including aisle space, packing area, propagation tables for seedlings, cleaning station, etc. A Tower Farm saves on average 75% of...

StrawberriesStrawberry belongs to the rose family, along with apples, plums, cherries, etc. It is a non-climacteric fruit, it stops ripening after being picked. Most fruits develop when the ovaries of the flowers swell, however, strawberries come from the receptacle...

Water spinach, commonly known as Pak Boong or Phak Bung in Thailand, Kangkung in Malaysia and Indonesia, Kangkong in the Philippines, is a leafy green native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the convolvulaceae or morning glory family. When growing water spinach on...

Zucchini, also known as courgette, is a summer squash which belongs to the gourd family or Cucurbitaceae along with cucumbers, melons, and spaghetti squash. Aztecs and Mayans, who are natives in Mesoamerica, were the first to grow zucchini. It is one of the oldest...

At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, we grow up to 52 komatsuna plants on a single aeroponic tower in less than one square meter of space while saving up to 95% water as compared to the conventional farming method. Komatsuna, also known as Japanese mustard spinach, is a...

Basella alba, commonly known as Red Malabar Spinach, is an edible perennial vine that is widely used as a leaf vegetable in various dishes. Malabar spinach, as its name suggests, is said to have originated from the Malabar Coast in India. It is not related to Spinacia...

Orange cauliflower is one of the varieties we grow on aeroponic towers without the use of soil, only water mixed with a 100% natural ionic mineral nutrient solution. In 1970, orange cauliflower was first discovered in Canada when it first appeared in a field near...

At Agrotonomy, we grow 32 plants indoors on a single Tower Garden HOME using LED grow lights in just less than one square meter of space. There are over 160 annual crops, including leafy greens, aromatic herbs, vegetables, as well as fruits like strawberries and...

Basil is an aromatic herb which belongs to the Lamiaceae or mint family. It is said to have originated from India over 5,000 years ago. It was then brought to Europe and the Middle East in the 16th century. At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, we grow different...

Bok choy, a leafy green that belongs to the cruciferous vegetable family, is one of the fastest-growing crops grown on an aeroponic tower. Aside from the fact that it is fast to grow, it also has high resistance to pests and fungi. At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms,...

Romanesco, commonly known as Romanesque broccoli or Roman cauliflower, is often thought as a crossbreed between a broccoli and a cauliflower. Contrary to what other people know, Romanesco is its own cultivar within the Brassica vegetable family. It was exclusively...

Last year, we visited a prison in Portugal to establish a vertical farm featuring 40 Aeroponic Towers. We collaborated with both the prisoners and the guards of the penitentiary to install this innovative vertical farm.Fast forward 8 months, and this prison farm has...

At Agrotonomy, in our Tower Farms, aside from growing the traditional white cauliflower on aeroponic towers, we also grow purple and other varieties such as green and yellow/orange. The cultivation of purple cauliflower dates back to ancient times in the Mediterranean...

When it comes to business plans or ROIs, our focus lies solely on metrics such as nutrient costs, water consumption, electrical usage, and projected crop yield. However, we do not get involved with business plans or ROIs for financial consideration. Currently...

Vertical farming on aeroponic towers through Tower Garden® technology has transformed the agriculture and home gardening in Latin America. This innovative approach to farming offers a lot of advantages for farmers, homeowners, and communities in the region. The...

A Tower Farm consists of a minimum of 10 commercial aeroponic towers, operating with fully automated nutrient dosing & irrigation systems. The automated nutrient dosing & irrigation equipment can serve up to 150 towers. In other terms, someone could start a...

pH up and pH down Solutions used in Hydroponics and Aeroponics Growing plants without the use of soil is made possible through hydroponics, only water mixed with a nutrient-rich water solution is used to provide all the essential nutrients and trace elements needed...

For the last few months, we have been preparing a master class for anyone considering setting up a Tower Farm using Tower Garden technology.

 Our Tower Farm and Tower Garden course addresses every challenge and answers all the questions about working with Tower...

We recommend to our customers that they start a Tower Farm with regular towers rather than the high-density tower model. The high-density tower was launched as the microgreens tower, then reintroduced as the baby-green tower (the most appropriate name) before being...

It is official! Agrotonomy is currently in the process of setting up the largest aeroponic Tower Farm in Africa, which will boast 300 towers nestled in a fully climate-controlled greenhouse! Although the exact location must remain confidential until the launching of...

When someone refers to aeroponic farming as hydroponic farming, it is correct as well. Whether deepwater culture (DWC), ebb and flow, drip, NFT (nutrient film technology), Wick systems, or aeroponics, all these technologies are just branches of hydroponic farming. The...

There are 2 Tower Garden models that can be used in the comfort of your home. Let's see where they are available, and how much is the retail price (prices vary according to each country):1. Tower Garden HOME The Tower Garden HOME is 1.5 meters tall and can handle up...

Zinnias are beautiful and edible flowers that thrive well on aeroponic towers through our innovative vertical farming system. They belong to the Asteraceae family along with daisies and asters. This flower variety was named after Dr. Johann Gottfried Zinn, a German...

Here at Agrotonomy Tower Farm, we grow crops without the use of soil through our innovative vertical farming system using aeroponic towers. With this method, we are able to cultivate up to 52 plants in just one square meter. This can also be done in your house since...

Our modern vertical farming method makes it possible for us to grow up to 52 mint plants in just one square meter without the use of soil. Growing soil-free mint on the aeroponic towers starts with agricultural rockwool, which comes from the most common type of...

Agrotonomy Corporation, an esteemed trailblazer in the world of vertical farming and environmentally friendly agriculture, is eager to announce its recent partnership with Upfarming, a cutting-edge non-profit organization headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal. This...

Based on historical evidences, cabbage cultivation started in the Mediterranean region, specifically modern day Turkey and Greece 4000 years ago. It later spread to other parts of Europe and the world. At Agrotonomy Tower Farm, we use our innovative vertical farming...

A few weeks ago, the team of Agrotonomy welcomed Alessandro Vitale, also known as “ Spicy Moustache” . Alessandro is an avid urban farmer located in London who focuses on a zero-waste approach. As a successful content creator under the pseudonym Spicy Moustache,...

Kohlrabi, which looks like a beet, might easily be confused as part of the same family. However, it actually belongs to the cabbage family, commonly known as brassicas. It is believed to have originated in Northern Europe, specifically the region including modern day...

Although you cannot grow certain root crops on our aeroponic towers, leeks thrive well on them. Growing leeks on aeroponic towers requires patience as it can take up to five months until they fully-mature and become ready for harvest. Leeks belong to the alien...

The 5 Points Farm in Jacksonville, Florida, has taken a step forward in urban agriculture. Their latest project highlights the establishment of an indoor Tower Farm, featuring 20 aeroponic towers, aiming to redefine farming strategies and increase productivity within...

Agrotonomy is proud to announce its partnership with The Farms, a diversified farming technology consortium headquartered in Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Together, we are currently building the largest aeroponic Tower Farm in the Middle East, located in the middle of the...

We have taken a leap forward by adopting advanced vertical farming techniques, using aeroponic towers to cultivate marigolds, a truly delightful flower variety known for being edible.   There are two fundamental reasons why we implemented such planting strategy, each...

1. The aeroponic towers used in commercial Tower Farms can be configured as follows: Towers for Regular Crops: – 7 Pots (28 plants per Tower Garden) – 1.8 m high– 9 Pots (36 plants per Tower Garden) – 2.1 m high– 11 Pots (44 plants per Tower Garden) – 2.5 m high– 13...

Here at Agrotonomy, we grow cauliflowers on aeroponic towers with nine levels. When transplanting the cauliflower seedlings, we initially place two seedlings on opposite sides of the first growing section. On the next level, we place two more seedlings in the growing...

Africa's agriculture could greatly benefit from aeroponic Tower Farms, a type of vertical farming. Tower Farms can aid in enhancing food security, establishing sustainable livelihoods, and addressing the environmental issues that African farmers face by making the...

For optimal growth and development, vegetation requires a balanced mix of both macronutrients and micronutrients. Macronutrients, needed in larger volumes, consist of elements like nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, and sulfur. These form the...

Introduction The joy of gardening is universal, yet as we age, it may become a physically challenging task. The elderly often encounter hurdles with conventional gardening tasks such as stooping, soil cultivation, weeding, and application of artificial pesticides....

Here is a summary of the various brassica vegetables we cultivated in our vertical farm using Aeroponic Towers: Firstly, we grew a selection of cabbages, including the round Farao cabbages, which are smaller in the winter and larger in the summer months. Additionally,...

Growing green onions has become significantly more convenient with this innovate agricultural method, enabling you to cultivate up to 260 green onions per square meter without the requirement of soil. In the video featured on this article, we will showcase our...

In the Middle East, the concept of vertical farming has seen considerable advancement over the past decade. Given the region's harsh environmental conditions, characterized by extreme temperatures and barren soil lacking vital nutrients, vertical farming has emerged...

Cultivating your own produce is a gratifying and eco-friendly lifestyle choice. Innovative vertical farming methods, such as the Tower Farm featuring Tower Garden technology, enable even city dwellers to experience the advantages of growing their own food. A prime...

One advantage of introducing children to vegetable gardening is that it inspires them to consume more fruits and vegetables. Children who participate in the growing process are more likely to experiment with new vegetables and continue eating them as they mature. This...

Fruits are a vital source of nutrients for humans, and they come in various types that can be categorized into climacteric and non-climacteric groups based on their ripening pattern. Climacteric fruits, such as bananas, apples, avocados, pears, and mangoes, can be...

We were recently in Portugal setting up a vertical farm featuring 40 aeroponics towers inside a prison, where we worked hand-in-hand with the prisoners as well as the guards of the penitentiary to set up this aeroponic farm that will be managed by the prisoners...

Discover the agricultural landscape of the future, where cutting-edge technology and environmentally responsible farming practices coexist. Come along with us as we travel to the very center of the Philippines to experience the incredible work that Angie, the...

As of April 2023, there is no Tower Farm in Israel. In the Middle East, we have set up several Tower Farm projects in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE, but nothing in Israel as of yet. We are currently negotiating with a significant agricultural...

We recently received excellent news: Tower Farm's nutrients are no longer considered HAZMAT!!! Not being classified as HAZMAT is a  significant improvement when it comes to international shipments. Sending HAZMAT internationally limits the number of shipping routes...

Tower Garden can now be ordered in Austria with a credit card by using the following link: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/at/de/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be paid in monthly installments for the...

Magnesium is a crucial element for plant growth and development. It plays a vital role in many metabolic processes essential for plant survival. Plants use magnesium to form chlorophyll, the molecule responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis....

It is not recommended to grow tomatoes or peppers when using a Tower Garden HOME equipped with its LED light kit. Tomato plants are vines that grow extensionally and can reach up to 20 feet/6 m in length. In other terms, tomato plants would outgrow the space covered...

We strongly recommend that you read an article published a couple years ago on our blog titled “What Grows Well in a Tower Garden?" From leafy greens to aromatic herbs, and from fruiting vegetables to fruits such as melons or strawberries, this article features all...

Tower Garden is an innovative, vertical growing system that is perfect for growing cucurbits, a family of plants that includes melons, cucumbers, squash, and pumpkins. These plants are perfect for Tower Garden because they can grow vertically, take up minimal space,...

NPK refers to the three primary macronutrients that are essential for plant growth: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). These nutrients are typically found in fertilizers and soil amendments used to improve plant growth and crop yields.The nitrogen in NPK...

Aeroponics and hydroponics are both soilless farming techniques that have gained popularity in recent years. While both methods offer unique advantages, aeroponics has emerged as the better alternative to conventional hydroponics due to its numerous benefits. Firstly,...

Tower gardens have become increasingly popular over the years, as they provide an excellent solution for those who want to grow their fresh produce in small spaces. Tower Garden uses aeroponics, a soil-less method of growing plants that relies...

Agrotonomy Tower Farms is focused on eco-friendly gardening and farming practices. When it comes to pesticides, insecticides, or fungicides, we only use natural products that are compatible with organic farming and gardening standards. This is why we use neem oil:...

At Agrotonomy, we have developed vertical farming projects using Tower Garden and Tower Farm technologies in 32 countries worldwide. We are so passionate about these food-growing machines that our response may be biased when answering the following question: "Is the...

Tower Garden can now be ordered in Italy with a credit card by using the following link:  https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/it/it/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be paid in monthly installments for the convenience...

Beneficial insects play an important role in maintaining the health and productivity of gardens and farms. These insects act as natural pest controllers, pollinators, and decomposers, and are essential for maintaining a healthy and diverse ecosystem. In this article,...

Tower Garden can now be ordered in Switzerland with a credit card by using the following link:  https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/ch/en/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be paid in monthly installments for the...

It has become increasingly complex, and in many cases impossible, to accommodate people’s requests to visit a Tower Farm. We have 2.9+ million followers on our social media platforms and receive over 150K visits to our website monthly. We have the most prominent...

At Agrotonomy Tower Farms, we're committed to sustainable agriculture practices. Our approach to pest management is rooted in using natural solutions that are consistent with organic farming and gardening principles. Occasionally, when necessary, we use Pyrethrin:...

As an eco-conscious gardening and farming enterprise, Agrotonomy Tower Farms takes a natural approach to pest control. We exclusively employ eco-friendly pesticides, insecticides, and fungicides that are consistent with organic farming and gardening standards. When...

Recently, we visited the first vertical farm using aeroponic towers in Italy, located in the province of Bergamo in the Lombardy region. This small aeroponic farm was set up by our partners known as Easy Peasy, where they have 50 aeroponic towers in a greenhouse with...

Here is a recap of what we grew in our vertical farm on aeroponic Tower Gardens this year: Starting with veggies, we grew several types of cherry tomatoes including orange, yellow, and white cherry tomatoes. When it comes to peppers, we grew habaneros, peri peri,...

This aeroponic urban vertical farm is located inside a restaurant in Omaha, Nebraska where they feature 61 aeroponic towers with a total target annual yield of 3600 pounds of leafy greens and herbs. This restaurant is known as 'Gather in Omaha’ where their indoor...

Tower Garden's aeroponic revolutionary farming technique allows you to harvest up to 52 plants per square meter without the necessity for soil. Today, we are going to demonstrate our propagation strategy for growing soilless lettuce on an aeroponic tower. To get...

In spite of the fact that we use 90% less pesticides than organic farming, and in spite of the fact that we save 95% water and 90% space, Tower Garden cannot be considered “organic” from a marketing perspective. None of the off-the-ground gardening and farming...

Habanero pepper is a very hot variety that averages 350,000 on the Scoville scale. To put this into perspective, the habanero pepper is 100 times spicier than the jalapeño pepper. When unripe, habaneros are green. Their color turns yellow, orange, or red, as they...

When growing fruit and vegetables in a Tower Garden, each plant has a different growing cycle. On average, leafy greens such as lettuce can be ready in four weeks. However, varieties such as Lolla Rossa may take up to six weeks. Other leafy greens such as kale...

Tower Garden aeroponic system is very versatile. It can be used indoors with its LED light kit, and outdoors, whether on a balcony or on a rooftop. When used indoors, Tower Garden needs to be equipped with a LED light kit that only uses 120 W: – 120 watts × 14 hours...

On September 2022, Agrotonomy Corp. entered a partnership agreement with Corvus Group GmbH to promote Tower Farms using Tower Garden technology in Germany. Corvus Group GmbH is currently in the process of finalizing the remodeling of an old greenhouse located about...

Tower Garden can now be ordered in Spain with a credit card by using the following link: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/es/es/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be paid in monthly installments for the convenience...

From Belfast to Dublin, regardless of where you are located in Ireland, you can now order with a credit card by using the following link: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/ie/en/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be...

Tower Garden can now be ordered in the UK (England, Wales, Scotland) with a credit card by using the following link: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/gb/en/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be paid in monthly...

Tower Garden can now be ordered from France & Switzerland with a credit card by using the following links: France: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/fr/fr/tower-garden/shop Switzerland: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/ch/fr/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be...

Tower Garden can now be ordered in Germany with a credit card by using the following link: https://ik17505.juiceplus.com/de/de/tower-garden/shop Not only Tower Garden can be ordered with a credit card, but it also can be paid in monthly installments for the...

For the last five years, we have been working with one of our customers in Paris for the development of several Tower Farms in Paris France. Their flagship project is a Tower Farm featuring 350 towers located on a rooftop is in the city center of Paris. This project...

Setting up a Tower Garden is a very simple process. Upon opening the box, your Tower Garden kit will come with the following items: 1 Tower Garden European unit2 Fertilizer Set 250 ml (A & B)1 Net Pot Set (40 pcs)1 Start Growing Set (Rock Wool with 28 cubes,...

The amount of water used in a Tower Garden depends on the type of crops being grown. An aeroponic tower used to grow tomatoes will require more water and nutrients than a tower used to grow parsley. Another factor relating to daily water consumption is the climate...

"How much electricity does a Tower Garden use?” is a question that many potential customers have prior to purchasing an aeroponic tower by Tower Garden. Tower Garden is known to save 95% water in comparison to conventional vegetable gardening, 90% space, but it is...

Over the years, we have tried many different pumps that were manufactured in the USA, Japan, Korea, China, Germany, and France, and we always have had problems mainly in regard to the longevity of the equipment. Finally, we discovered a company in Italy which...

The advantage to cultivate chili peppers on a Tower Garden is that they grow generously, giving abundant crop yields, and potent quality fruits. And yes, chili peppers are fruits and not vegetables from a botanical perspective! Growing chili peppers from seeds is a...

When growing flowers in a commercial Tower Farm or on a Tower Garden Home, we almost always choose edible flower varieties. The whole strategy around growing edible flowers in a Tower Farm is to use the flowers for ornamental cooking purposes, but mainly to choose...

As of now (Decemeber 2022), we have developed 5 aeroponic Tower Farms in Africa (2 in Kenya, 1 in Equatorial Guinea, 1 in Nigeria, and 1 in Cape Verde). Each project clearly outlined the relevance of Tower Farms' vertical farming technology in Africa. At first sight,...

Kangkong, also known as water spinach, grows abundantly using Tower Garden's aeroponic technology. Like when growing arugula, also known as rocket because of how fast it grows, water spinach is also a fast-growing crop. More than just a fast-growing crop, Kangkong...

Although setting up a Tower Farm is a straightforward process that can be easily performed by following the instructions provided by the manufacturer, Agrotonomy provides free on-site assembly supervision and training services (for Tower Farms featuring at least 100...

After having set up vertical farms in 30 countries spread on 5 continents, let us share with you the main advantages of a Tower Farm aeroponic system: 1. Water saving – when growing fruits and vegetables in a Tower Farm, we save up to 95% water in comparison to...

Most vertical farming projects around the world are made of stackable microgreens/baby greens trays, growing indoors, 100% LED lights dependent. Although we offer a LED light kit for our commercial towers (2.5 m/44 plants) for growing indoors, one of the great...

Check out the video below where we show you the propagation process for growing cilantro on an aeroponic tower from seed to harvest without the use of soil, allowing you to grow up to 52 plants per square meter. Let’s get going! Firstly, you need to soak your...

We were recently in Africa, in the island nation of Cape Verde. Here, we set up an aeroponic vertical farm featuring 100 aeroponic towers. This pilot project aims to grow fresh leafy greens, herbs, and vegetables for a country that imports 90% of its food. This 100%...

Only crops grown in the soil can be organic. There is a general misperception regarding the meaning of “organic.” Most people think organic means pesticide-free, no man-made harmful chemicals, and no GMO. They are partially right, but this is not what qualifies a crop...

We recommend operating a Tower Farm with water that has been treated through a reverse osmosis system. There is a significant difference between exceptionally vibrant crops and vegetables that 'just look okay'! In too many cases, when someone starts operating a Tower...

Back in March 2022, Agrotonomy’s Team went to Saudi Arabia to supervise the installation and launching of a Tower Farm. In the initial video featured below, we went to the middle of the desert in Saudi Arabia where we set up an aeroponic Tower Farm in a fully...

Agrotonomy is proud to present one of its new clients & partners, Aqua Garden, located in the USA! This is an aquaponic farm that raises walleye and utilizes the nutrients the fish produce to grow fresh culinary herbs and lettuce. This state-of-the-art indoor Tower...

At Agrotonomy Corp., more than just selling Tower Farms around the world, we fly on location to supervise the installation process as well as act as consultants for greenhouse development. In the first video featured in this article, we went to the middle of the...

Towers For Regular Crops: The stackable sections of a regular tower are 19 cm high, 22 cm in diameter, and feature 4 planting ports per section. Towers can be configured as follows: – 28 plants per tower – 1.8 m (height) – 7 stackable modular sections.– 36 plants per...

Aside from growing strawberries outdoors in the "perfect climate", growing strawberries indoors with LED lights is definitely the best option for quality production year-round. By perfect climate, we are talking about 23 to 25°C during the day, and temperatures...

When growing fruits and vegetables using Tower Garden technology, whether farming in a fully automated commercial Tower Farm, or whether at home, different sources of fertilizers can be used! The mineral soluble nutrient solution manufactured by Tower Garden is...

Another vertical farm using Tower Garden technology is about to thrive in the Gulf region! Back in the MENA region, we just set up a Tower Farm in the middle of the desert in Wafra, the farming area in southern Kuwait. This fully automated Tower Farm is hosted in a...

The final number of towers that could fit in a container depends on the size of the towers ordered: 20-foot container (towers only): 150 towers (7 pots • 28 plants per tower) 125 towers (9 pots • 36 plants per tower) 110 towers (11 pots • 44 plants per tower) 90...

Another Tower Farm is coming to Africa! We are proud to announce an upcoming Tower Farm using Tower Garden technology in Cabo Verde, a.k.a. Cape Verde. Cape Verde is an archipelago and island country in the central Atlantic Ocean, off the Western coast of Africa. It...

Marijuana grows prolifically in a Tower Garden. When using the Tower Garden HOME, rather than planting regular feminized seeds, we recommend to grow auto-flowering strains, or even better, clones. For marijuana cultivation using Tower Garden technology, we advise you...

From Novice to Farmer: The Tower Farm Way. If starting a farm seems daunting because you have no background in agriculture, Tower Farming is designed for you. Imagine a farming method that simplifies the entire process, making it accessible to anyone, regardless of...

This video showing the harvest of a cabbage and of an oak leaf lettuce, has been one of the most popular posts on our social media platforms this year… It was viewed almost 10 million times on Instagram. We would like to thank our followers and the viewers for their...

Whether looking for an indoor strawberry vertical farming system operating with LED lights, or considering cultivating strawberries in a fully climate control greenhouse, or again, whether you are growing strawberries outdoors, our hydroponic towers are perfectly...

Although Agrotonomy has sold Tower Farms in 5 continents and in over 20 countries, we have never done business with Russia as of yet. We are currently working on an indoor Tower Farm project in Estonia. Yes, we do understand that Estonia is not Russia in spite of its...

Over the years, we have grown all types of pole beans including yard long beans and several heirloom varieties. As a support for the growth of its vines, initially, we used the support cages manufactured by Tower Garden. Although we experienced satisfactory results...

Agrotonomy set up the first Tower Farm outside the USA in Ibiza, Spain back in 2015. Since then, Agrotonomy has become the leading international Tower Farm reseller with a clientele spread on 5 continents. Our Tower Farm customers are located in the following...

Every kind of aromatic herbs will grow well, fast, and give generous crop yields when using Tower Garden technology (whether referring to Tower Garden HOME, Tower Garden FLEX, or the commercial aeroponic towers used in a Tower Farm). When it comes to aromatic herbs,...

Every kind of lettuce will grow well, fast, and give generous crop yields when using Tower Garden technology (whether referring to Tower Garden HOME, Tower Garden FLEX, or the commercial aeroponic towers used in a Tower Farm). When it comes to leafy greens, Tower...

The Tower Farm run by Agrotonomy in Ibiza is open for visits every year from late April to mid-October (by appointment only). Due to our international traveling schedule during winter season, we size down significantly the number of towers actively operating around...

At Agrotonomy Tower Farms, back in 2020, we started to create a few ‘from-tower-to-plate’ videos. As a result of this initiative, we have decided to produce a whole series of recipe videos that we will shoot in 2022. We vow to create the most extensive Tower Garden...

One of the great advantages of gardening with a Tower Garden is the fact that it can be used to grow different crops on the same tower at the same time. Of course, a ‘common sense strategy’ must be applied during the planting process. For example, heavy crops that...

Like most of every squash, tromboncino grows abundantly in a Tower Garden. However, considering that the vines can be up to 6-meter long (20ft), we strongly recommend the use of a trellis to accommodate the growth of the plant. Of course, tromboncino can be grown from...

Microgreen Towers vs Baby Green Towers vs High-Density Towers When the microgreen towers were launched a few years ago, we felt that referring to these towers as a microgreen tower was misrepresentative. In fact, these towers are not used to grow microgreens but...

Along with arugula, watercress is one of the fastest growing crops in a Tower Garden. Although it comes across between leafy greens and herbs, the watercress, also called yellow cress, is a specie of aquatic flowering plant in the cabbage family. Watercress grows not...

Along with arugula and watercress, mâche is one of the fastest growing crops in a Tower Garden. Mâche is the French name of the edible salad also known as corn salad and lamb's lettuce. Mâche grows not only rapidly but also prolifically. It also germinates very...

Basically, every crop that grows in a commercial Tower Farm can grow on a Tower Garden HOME. Although the reservoir of the Tower Garden HOME is smaller than the reservoir of the Tower Garden used in a Tower Farm, the modular stackable sections of the tower are the...

The new Tower Garden model for Europe is now available! We are talking about the Tower Garden HOME. Although such tower was originally designed for home-use for the residential market, they are now widely used by numerous schools, senior care facilities, office,...

Agrotonomy is proud to announce the upcoming inception of a new Tower Farm in Equatorial Guinea. This project will be developed in the outskirts of the capital City of Malabo. Equatorial Guinea is split in two (2) locations. There is the continental Equatorial Guinea...

Strawberry farming typically takes place either outdoors or within greenhouses, with each environment offering distinct advantages and challenges. Outdoor strawberry farms often utilize raised beds covered with plastic film, which acts as a mulch to retain soil...

Agrotonomy is proud to announce that the first Tower Farm in Australia is about to become a reality! As specialists in international Tower Farm development outside the US, Agrotonomy Corp. has set up the first Tower Farms in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Southeast...

The whole team of Agrotonomy would like to pay a tribute of respect and gratefulness to Hortibiz Daily News, the most interesting daily newsletter in the world of agriculture 4.0. The variety and the pertinence of the articles set this publication in a category of its...

When considering setting up a Tower Farm inside a greenhouse, the cost of building and operating a greenhouse ends up being ‘the real expense’. We recently published an article titled, Tower Garden technology might be pricey, but it is far from being expensive!, which...

On November 8, 2019, Agrotonomy Tower Farms announced the first Tower Farm in Africa coming soon to Kenya! After quite a few hurdles related to the intricate process of exporting to Kenya, and in spite of COVID-19, a pilot Tower Farm using Tower Garden technology is...

Recently, we published an article titled, Is Tower Garden a Hydroponic Tower?, which we recommend you to read. As mentioned emphatically in this article, aeroponics is a branch of hydroponics. However, aeroponics is the most ‘different’ hydroponic technology of them...

When Tower Garden started, there was only one model for home-use, the Tower Garden FLEX, which back then was only referred to as Tower Garden. Basically, the Tower Garden FLEX is the shorter version of the towers used for commercial purpose in a Tower Farm. The Tower...

Grow 28 tons of strawberries in 375m²!For strawberry commercial farming solutions, we have partnered with NGS (New Growing System), the world-leading manufacturer of high-end hydroponic systems for strawberry farming, and inventors of the oscillating strawberry...

Two years ago, we published an article on our blog titled, Is the Tower Garden a hydroponic tower or an aeroponic tower? There are actually six main types of hydroponic techniques used in commercial farming: • Wick Systems• Deep Water Culture (DWC)• Nutrient Film...

When growing corn on a Tower Garden®, it is mandatory to use a grow cage to support the stem of the plants. Without the use of a grow cage or support structure, the corn plant will uproot itself out of the tower in windy conditions. Due to the weight and size of corn...

Regrettably, root crops such as onions, potatoes, carrots, and garlic do not grow on a Tower Garden. However, some root vegetables such as beets, radishes, and fennel thrive when using Tower Garden technology.Furthermore, blueberries and raspberries do not grow on a...

Regrettably, blueberries and raspberries do not grow on a Tower Garden. Although over 150 nutrient-rich crops can be grown using a Tower Garden, bushes, trees, and grapevines do not grow on an aeroponic tower. When growing crops on a Tower Garden, contrary to...

As of April 2021, the Tower Garden for home-use is available in the following countries: 1. Tower Garden USA: Tower Garden FLEX Growing System Tower Garden HOME Growing System 2. Tower Garden Canada: Tower Garden FLEX Growing System Tower Garden HOME Growing System 3....

When planning to set up a Tower Farm, people always wonder what crops they should grow. Based on our extensive experience setting up Tower Farms indoors, outdoors, and in greenhouses (on 4 continents), our advice is to let the local market decide what crops should be...

Collard greens like its cousins the cabbage and broccoli are by every means a superfood! Although purpose of this publication is not to advocate the health benefits of such or such crop, let’s say that it is a pleasure to grow and cook such a tasty, versatile and...

Growing celery on the Tower Garden has its pros and cons: Unless growing celery in the perfect climate-controlled greenhouse conditions, celery takes a long time to grow on the Tower Garden (up to 60 days and even longer depending on varieties). Also, the celery...

Loofah plants, like their cousin the cucumber, belong to the cucurbit family. They produce invasive vines. When growing loofah on the Tower Garden, an outside structure is needed to grow the plants. Vines can be as long as 6 m (20 feet) and produce large fruits. The...

Like arugula, mustard greens are related to the Brassicaceae/Cruciferous family. Mustard greens come in different shapes and give generous harvests. Mustard greens have a surprisingly complex tangy taste while revealing true mustard flavors, Dijon-style! There is no...

The below data expressed is accurate and privately documented through actual production numbers of several commercial Tower Farms®in the USA. Aeroponic production figures are most dramatically impacted or slowed down by lack of light and cold weather. Both challenges...

Mama's Farm will be the first Tower Farm using Tower Garden technology located in a residential neighborhood in Dubai. In 2018, Agrotonomy Corp. set up its first commercial Tower Farm project in the UAE. However, such Tower Farm is situated in an industrial area and...

Since commercial vertical farming started about 20 years ago, the technology has been invariably based on stacked-up trays artificially lit with low energy LED lights. Whether talking about a pioneer company like Aerofarms, which is using its own proprietary patented...

Tower Garden Europe, USA & Canada. English: Tower Garden is available in the UK, Ireland, Canada and in the USA. German: Tower Garden is available in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Finnish: Tower Garden is available in Finland French: Tower Garden is available...

The aeroponic  Microgreens Tower by Tower Garden: The Microgreens Tower by Tower Garden was originally designed to grow microgreens (of course!) but is widely used to grow “petite vegetables”and wheatgrass. Considering that every crop that has been ever tested...

We are proud to introduce King Tower Farm, the new Asian partners of Agrotonomy! It is located in Laguna in the Philippines about 4 hours outside Manila in the most idyllic countryside rural setup… this vertical aeroponic Tower Farm is nestled on the shores of a lake...