The hydroponic growing system is most widely used in European greenhouses, with the Netherlands, Spain, and France being the top producers of crops in hydroponic systems. The USA and the Asia-Pacific region follow closely behind them.
This hydroponic system presents numerous advantages, such as enhanced yields, a shorter crop cycle (meaning that crops grow faster), and easier control and adjustment of the root zone growing environment (including pH and EC levels). Because of this, using hydroponics is becoming more favorable for farmers growing vegetables, flowers, and soft fruits worldwide.
To utilize a hydroponic growing system and produce crops commercially, a controlled environment such as a greenhouse is essential.
According to a recent market analysis (2025), the hydroponic market was valued at USD 12.4 billion in 2022, reaching USD 38.1 billion by 2035 with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 11.9% from 2026 to 2035. This growth can be explained by, among other factors, the adaptability of hydroponics, enabling crop cultivation anywhere without reliance on local soil conditions, but rather on a nutrient mixture.
This growth can be explained by, among other factors, the adaptability of hydroponics, enabling crop cultivation anywhere without reliance on local soil conditions, but rather on a nutrient mixture.
With more degraded soil worldwide and motivated governments encouraging local food production in their own countries (even in climates traditionally unsuitable for crop production), hydroponics systems and greenhouses are more being installed.
Additionally, the increasing consumer preference for cleaner, pesticide-free produce, combined with the wish for higher production yields, contributes to the growth of the hydroponic market.
Hydroponics allows for the cultivation of crops without the application of any chemicals, offering a healthier and more environmentally friendly option by reducing pesticide usage.
Consumer awareness of this often applies to crops that are eaten raw, such as leafy greens and edible flowers.
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