114. How to Reduce Fertilizer Use

In the second episode of How to Succeed in CEA series, Dr. Nadia Sabeh shares 10 practical strategies on how growers can get more value from every dollar spent on nutrients and fertilizer. From testing source water quality and rethinking fertilizer formulations to recycling unused fertilizers and optimizing growing conditions, these strategies challenge growers to think about what their plants really need. Learn why nutrient deficiencies aren't always caused by insufficient fertilizer, how your HVAC system and growing environment affect nutrient uptake, and why buying premixed fertilizers might mean paying extra for something you already have: water! Most importantly, discover how to measure fertilizer savings against the costs of implementing new strategies and their effects on crop productivity. Because the goal isn't simply to use less fertilizer, it's to spend less money growing a healthy, profitable crop. Related Listening: Episode 113: How to Set Up Your Irrigation System for Success Related Reading: How To Reduce Your Fertilizer and Energy Costs By Dr. Nadia Sabeh | May 18, 2026 Intro Music: "Melody" by Luke Bergs & Waesto Artist: Luke Bergs on SoundCloud Music promoted by Chosic License: Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0