Soilless agriculture is a high-tech production model in which plants receive their nutrients not from the soil but from controlled nutrient solutions; all parameters such as ambient temperature, humidity, light and water are optimized.
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is the most productive and economical product of this model with its high yield potential, constantly demanded market value and suitability for plant physiology.

Thanks to soilless agriculture:

• It is possible to produce 30–40 kg of tomatoes annually in 1 m² of area.

• Water usage is 70% lower than in conventional agriculture.

• Feeding is under full control with EC (Electrical Conductivity) and pH parameters.

• Seasonal variability and disease risk are minimal.

• Agricultural production planning becomes season independent.

2. Cultivation Environments and Media

• Cocopeat: pH 5.5–6.5 | High water holding capacity | Organic structure supports root development.

• Perlite: Neutral | Medium water holding capacity | Light and airy.

• Rock Wool: pH ~7.0 | High water retention capacity | Hygienic, single use.

• Hydroton (LECA): Neutral | Medium water holding capacity | High drainage, reusable.

Recommended system: Cocopeat bag system – high drainage bags with a volume of 8–12 litres per seedling.
1 acre ≈ 2,500 seedlings.

3. Greenhouse Architecture and Structural Parameters

• Module Width: 8.0 m / 9.6 m / 12.8 m options

• Internal Height: Minimum 4.5 m

• Coating: UV additive, 200 micron diffuse coating

• Ventilation: Side + top motorized opening systems

• Suspension Systems: Special profiles resistant to tomato load

• Power Source: Electrical infrastructure + generator option

• Fertilizer Unit: Automatic dosing with A–B tanks, EC/pH sensor control

• Irrigation: Main line + bag-based drip irrigation lines

4. Automation and Control Units

• EC and pH meter + automatic adjustment module

• Digital fertilizer injection system

• Humidity, temperature, light, CO₂ sensors

• Fan, curtain, aspirator, heater automation panel

• Wireless connectivity and cloud data archive

• Extra: AI-supported irrigation and fertilization optimization

5. Plant Development and Agricultural Practices

• Seedling Age: 30–35 days

• Transplanting Interval: 2,500 seedlings/acre

• Double Body: Increases efficiency by 25%

• Support: Wrapping wire and suspension system

• Pruning: Weekly seat removal

• Pollination: Bumblebee or mechanical vibration

• Harvest: After 90–100 days, throughout the season

6. Nutrient Solution – Sample Formula

• EC: 2.5–3.0 mS/cm

• pH: 5.8–6.0

Macro elements:

• NO₃: 180 ppm

• P: 50 ppm

• K: 320 ppm

• Ca: 150 ppm

• Mg: 50 ppm

Microelements:

• Fe: 2.0 ppm

• Mn: 0.5 ppm

• B: 0.5 ppm

• Zn: 0.3 ppm

7. Investment and Installation Cost (1 Acre)

• Average Cost: 65 USD/m²

• Total: 65,000 USD

• Seedling: 2,500 seedlings/acre

• Annual Production: 25–30 tons

• Payback Period: 2–2.5 years

• Sales Value: 1.1–1.6 USD/kg

Note: While 75 liters of water are required for 1 liter of tomatoes in the traditional system, this rate drops to 20–25 liters in the soilless system.

8. Technical Answers & Terms

• Water: EC should be

• Energy: Solar panel + generator supported system is recommended.

• Training: 2 days of training support is provided after installation.

• Automation: Remote control is possible.

• Temperature difference: Must be kept within 2 °C.

Deniz Sera Global Services

• Engineering and planning

• Layout and simulation services

• Material supply

• Customs and logistics support

• Installation and training services

• Digital control systems and consultancy

Conclusion
Soilless agriculture is the sustainable production model of the future.
Deniz Sera Global is with you with its expertise and strong supply infrastructure!