How to become a farmer in Singapore? Before we want to become a farmer, I think is good to know the difference between traditional farming and urban farming.
Chart below takes you in detail to understand the disadvantage and advantage of the both.
Traditional farming (Soil)
Require large piece of land, lots of labor and time.
It is not easy for the plant to absorb fertiliser, as the plant absorption is low.
Limited by soil fertility, land type and light quality
Regular weeding is required
More likely for insects to occur
Vegetable are not ideal due to lack of fertiliser control
Bad in hygiene due to excessive application of pesticides or contaminated soil which reduce the sanitary quality
Urban farming (Hydroponic system)
Doesn’t require big space and is automated.
It can supply nutrients evenly and the fertilisation effect is very stable.
Can be cultivated at higher density
No weeding at all
Pests are not prone to occur
Excellent gloss, sweetness and appearance
Produce healthy fruit and vegetable without pesticide
In our traditional conception, soil cultivation techniques are more widely used. For us, who have long been separated from farming life, it is really difficult to grow vegetables and fruits at home. After all, there is no way to mine a piece of land in a beautiful bedroom.
This is where hydroponic system kicks in. So what is hydroponic system?
