What do you think about hydroponic farms?

I recently bought hydroponic grown Bibb lettuce at my local supermarket, and the brand was Kalera. It was delicious, and in perfect condition. I put the roots in water to see if I can get a second growth, we’ll see.

I went to their website and was impressed. Local to me (an hour away in Orlando) no GMO, uses far less water than regular farming, and no pesticides. There is a nice video on the page if you want to take the time. I have always been interested in hydroponics because it seems safer.

In your experience, do hydroponic fruits and vegetables taste as good as grown in the earth? Do you know any negatives about hydroponic produce? Do you worry it will put traditional farmers out of business?

I have bought hydroponic tomatoes many times and my husband never says they are delicious, but never complains about them. Other tomatoes that I have bought at farmers markets he has raved about. As far as this lettuce I just bought I would call it a rave.