October 6, 2022
In 2015, Themar Al Emarat executives began planning for a hydroponic farm in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), that would provide locally grown, pesticide-free vegetables and produce for hotels, restaurants, wholesalers, retailers and supermarkets in the region.
With almost no rainfall and temperatures frequently exceeding 105 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) in the summer months, the climate in the UAE is not favorable for growing crops outdoors. That’s why company executives selected a soil-less, recirculating hydroponic system in a climate-controlled environment that supports the high-volume commercial production of beef tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, herbs and other crops
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