Team Goemkarponn
Panaji: Marking the New Year with a step towards sustainable agriculture, a new climate-resilient indoor farming initiative, Hydro-Grow, has been introduced to promote modern and innovative farming practices in Goa.
The initiative demonstrates how advanced indoor farming technology can deliver fast, reliable, and weather-independent crop production. Lettuce cultivated under the Hydro-Grow system was ready for harvest in just 25 days, with the first harvest taking place on January 1, 2026.
The system uses patented spectrum grow lights with 14 hours of controlled lighting, enabling balanced nutrition, efficient growth, and predictable yields. This technology allows farmers to grow leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, coriander, and mint, along with other climate-sensitive, high-value vegetables that are difficult to cultivate consistently through conventional farming methods in the region. Most crops under the system are ready for harvest within 45 days.
Highlighting the significance of the initiative, MLA Vijai Sardesai said, “Hydro-Grow shows how innovation can strengthen our food systems and offer farmers a clean, safe, and sustainable alternative. Climate-resilient farming is the need of the hour, and such technologies can play a transformative role in ensuring food security and better livelihoods.”
With an investment of approximately ₹2.5 lakh, the Hydro-Grow model offers an affordable and scalable solution for modern agriculture, reducing dependence on weather conditions while promoting sustainable food production.
The initiative is being seen as a small but impactful step towards building resilient farming systems and encouraging innovation-driven agriculture in Goa.
