#48 - Can Hydroponics Save Our Food Crisis? | Bohdi Gardener [Fran's Hydroponics]

In this episode I sit down with Bohdi from Fran’s Hydroponics here in Brisbane to dive into a world I’ve been genuinely curious about for a long time — hydroponics, and what it really means for the future of growing food.We chat about the big differences between soil-based gardening and hydro systems, from how the plants feed, to the role of nutrients, to what that means for the flavour and quality of the final harvest. I loved hearing Bodhi’s perspective on why hydroponics isn’t “better or worse”, just different, and how each approach has its place depending on what you’re trying to grow.We also dig into the idea of hydro as a potential solution for the challenges we’re facing in today’s food system. Could urban apartments, small homes, and high-rise buildings become mini farms? Can people produce genuinely healthy food for themselves even without soil and space? It was a really grounded and refreshing conversation that opens up a lot of possibilities.Bohdi walks me through the gear too — lighting, humidity, airflow, nutrient management, and how to set up an indoor grow space so plants actually thrive. If you’ve ever looked at hydroponics and thought, “It’s too complicated,” this episode will make it feel a lot more achievable.Really enjoyed this chat and I think you will too.If you want to learn more about what Bohdi and the team are doing, check out Fran’s Hydroponics in Brisbane.Follow Fran's Hydroponics HERE:https://franshydroponics.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/frans_hydroponics/NEW Intermediate Organic Growers Guide:https://www.theshedorganics.com.au/product-page/ultimate-intermediate-guide-to-growing-organic#1 Blend Fertiliser:https://www.theshedorganics.com.au/product-page/1-blend-complete-organic-fertiliser-mixFREE Beginners Organic Growers Guide:https://www.theshedorganics.com.au/product-page/ultimate-beginner-s-guide-to-growing-organic __________________________________________________________Follow The Shed Organics HERE!Website: https://www.theshedorganics.com.auFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshedorganicsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshedorganicsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShedOrganicsTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshedorganicsTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/theshedorganicsLinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-alexander-794469333