Soilless Agriculture
Soilless agriculture is based on supplying the water and nutrient elements required for plant growth directly to the root zone. Cultivation methods are divided into water culture and solid growing media culture.
Purpose of the Training
The main purpose of the Soilless Agriculture Training is to support individuals who wish to invest in this field or who are at the beginning of their investment journey and want to increase their knowledge specifically in soilless agriculture. The training is designed to provide comprehensive information on soilless agriculture, one of the innovative agricultural models.
For those who are simply interested in soilless agriculture, the aim is to increase their level of knowledge and help them acquire the necessary information before making possible future investment plans.
Training Methodology
The training program lasts two days.
On the first day, a comprehensive curriculum covering soilless agriculture from A to Z is delivered in a classroom setting. In addition, sample projects and feasibility studies are presented to help potential investors concretize theoretical knowledge regarding the investment process.
On the second day, a technical visit is organized to a soilless agriculture greenhouse (or production facility) located in Istanbul. During the visit, Agricultural Engineer Ayşegül HOŞGÖREN provides detailed explanations of the production process through the system. Participants gain insight into the general operation of the greenhouse, production methods, plant selection, plant nutrition, and installation processes.
Transportation costs for the greenhouse visit on the second day are covered by our institution. Transportation will depart from İAU SEM Florya Campus.
Who Can Participate in the Soilless Agriculture Training?
• Agricultural Engineers
• Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneur Candidates
• Anyone interested in the subject
Soilless Agriculture Training Program
DAY 1
- History and importance of soilless agriculture
- Plant physiology
- Plant nutrient elements
- Cultivation systems and media in soilless agriculture
Water Culture
• Static water culture
• Flowing water culture
o NFT
o Hydroponics
o Aeroponics
Solid Growing Media Culture
• Cultivation methods in solid media
• Materials used in solid growing media
• Fertilization and nutrient solutions in growing environments - Disinfection, biological control, and diseases in soilless agriculture
- Greenhouse establishment in soilless agriculture
- Evaluation of results and sample projects
DAY 2
- Soilless Agriculture Application – Practical Training
o Technical visit – Field trip – Practical applications
Transportation costs for the greenhouse visit on the second day are covered by our institution. Transportation will depart from İAU SEM Florya Campus.
Instructor
Ayşegül HOŞGÖREN (Senior Agricultural Engineer)
Ayşegül Hoşgören graduated from Uludağ University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition in 2022. She completed her Master’s degree at Uludağ University, Institute of Science, Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition.
During her master’s studies, she worked as a Production Manager Agricultural Engineer at Özşah Soilless Agriculture Integrated Greens Production Facility. Her master’s thesis was titled “The Effect of Increasing Iron Doses on the Growth and Certain Nutrient Element Contents of Bean Plants Grown in Water Culture.” She graduated in 2025 after obtaining her specialization in soilless agriculture.
Training Location & Format
Florya – Face to Face
Training Duration
12 Hours
Training Fee
7,800 TL (VAT included – 10%)
• Early Registration Fee: 6,500 TL
• Group Discount (3+ participants): 6,200 TL
For Program Details
ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY
📞 444 1 428 – 12405
📞 +90 532 334 53 79
Payment Options
• Online Payment: http://op.aydin.edu.tr/sem/uzapp/
• Cash or Credit Card at our campuses
• Bank EFT or Wire Transfer
Bank Account Information
T.C. İSTANBUL AYDIN ÜNİVERSİTESİ
YAPI KREDI BANK – Sefaköy Beşyol Branch
Branch Code: 815
Account No: 70356668
IBAN: TR46 0006 7010 0000 0070 3566 68