Growing blueberries in containers reduced water usage drastically
“Previously, we needed up to 50.000 m3 of water per hectare per year. Now that we grow in containers, we have reduced this to 1.500 m3 per year. The quality of the fruits has improved, and grows at a higher density. The plants have better roots, no stress, and they are healthier.” It is one positive story that Nelson Antunes with Berry Smart is sharing on growing blueberries on Coco
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