CASE STUDY

Hydroponics – Boosting Microgreen and Lettuce Yields by up to 105% with NanobOx

Hydroponic and vertical farming systems depend on efficient nutrient and water use to deliver consistent, profitable yields. Rising fertilizer costs and the need to shorten crop cycles push growers to find new ways to increase efficiency without compromising plant health.

Hydroponics – Boosting Microgreen and Lettuce Yields by up to 105% with NanobOx

Written by
John Favier
Read Duration
7 min
Published
September 2025

The Solution

NanobOx was trialled in multiple hydroponic setups to enrich irrigation water with oxygen nanobubbles. By creating a stable reservoir of oxygen in water, nanobubbles improved nutrient use efficiency, supported stronger plant growth, and increased yield without increasing inputs.

The Results

Radish Microgreens (Daikon & Sangria)

  • Up to +105% yield increase in Daikon microgreens compared to control.

   • Sangria microgreens showed a +36% yield increase by Day 7, with faster growth and earlier harvest potential.

Sunflower Microgreens

   • Nanobubbles increased yield by +10% per gram of seed.

   • Roots appeared healthier and more fibrous..

Pea Microgreens

   • Yield per seed improved by +10%, and stem height increased by +17% — a highly significant growth boost.

Lettuce (NFT system, Green Batavia)

   • Plants grown with nanobubble-enriched water and 50% less fertilizer achieved equal or greater yields than control plants grown at full fertilizer strength.

   • Demonstrated potential for substantial fertilizer savings while maintaining crop quality.

The Impact

Across multiple crops, NanobOx consistently improved yields, accelerated growth, and reduced fertilizer needs. For hydroponic and vertical farmers, this means:

  • Higher productivity per cycle
  • Lower input costs through fertilizer reduction
  • Cleaner systems with less biofilm buildup
  • Healthier plants with stronger roots and greater resilience

NanobOx proves that its nanobubble technology is a practical tool for modern controlled-environment agriculture, delivering more with less.