Enhancing the growth, yield and physiological response of two lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) cultivars through NFT system optimization

IntroductionIn the context of increasing pressure on agricultural resources, hydroponic systems such as the nutrient film technique (NFT) are gaining prominence for their ability to optimize water use and space efficiency, and crop productivity in controlled environments. Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.)...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Plant Science
Main Authors:	Paulo Pastor-Arbulú, Alfredo Rodríguez-Delfín
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-08-01
Subjects:	cash crop physiology hydroponics and soilless culture nutrient film technique (NFT) yield-contributing traits sustainable agriculture
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpls.2025.1639002/full