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The N.F.T. system has a simple design but is widely used because of how well it scales to a variety of different applications. When you use one of these systems, the nutrient solution is placed into a large reservoir. From here, the solution is pumped into sloped channels that allow the excess nutrients to flow back into the reservoir. When the nutrient solution is sent into the channel, it flows down the slope and over the roots of each plant to provide the right amount of nutrients. In most cases, the N.F.T. system won’t make use of a grow medium. Since the channels that are used with this system are relatively small, it’s recommended that you pair it with plants that have smaller roots. Even though this system can’t readily accommodate larger plants, it does scale well, which means that you can alter it to allow for the growth of a large number of plants at the same time. Since it scales well, this system is commonly used by commercial growers alongside home growers.
