There’s a reason why lettuce is one of the most popular hydroponic crops for beginners and experts. The crisp, leafy green is easy to grow hydroponically, plus it's super versatile in the kitchen.

Ready to become a farmer? You can do it on a small scale — without soil. There are three growing methods that end with “-ponics” (from Greek meaning “to labor” or “to work”): Hydroponics: The “hydro,” ...

Plants take up water and nutrients that flow through a PVC pipe in the nutrient film technique (NFT) hydroponics system. (Photo courtesy of Barry Burnsides/OSU Extension Service) CORVALLIS - Ask ...