FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE SETTING UP AN AEROPONIC FARMING SYSTEM

1. Climate; The environment must be favourable i.e humidity, temperature etc. Considerable amount of oxygen is needed for good growth. Also choosing the crop that is resistant to envronmental threats is one of the factors to be considered.

2. Socio- economic factors; Includes population in the area, accessibility to Market, labour, good access roads for easy conveynance to the consumers and electricity which remain a key factor in Aerponic farming.

3. Capital; The size of farm intended to set up depends on the money at hand. Also, consumers’ preferences or needs in that enironment determine how much to incure to the business.

4. Land; Aeroponics as it is defined does not require the need for fertile land. A spacious environment(depending on size) devoid of theft should be on a look out for.

5. Seed Viability: Procurement of viable seeds from a reputable agricultural company is one of the factors to be considered as setting up an aeroponic farm require careful selection of seeds to avoid wastage and spoilage in the long run.