Nutrient film technique (NFT) is a hydroponic technique where in a very shallow stream of water containing all the dissolved nutrients required for plant growth is re-circulated past the bare roots of plants in a watertight gully, also known as channels.
- Avoids need to use a lot of growing media.
- Easy to disinfect roots and setup.
- Easy to see root quality and health.
- Consistent flow prevents salt buildup in root area.