: In the 1930s, Dr. William Gericke of the University of California popularized the term "hydroponics" by demonstrating large-scale tomato production without soil.
: The Hanging Gardens of Babylon and the Aztec chinampas (floating gardens) are among the earliest examples of soil-free cultivation. Hydroponic Food Production: A Definitive Guideb...
: The 1970s saw the introduction of the Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) and Deep Water Culture (DWC) , transitioning the practice from experimental to commercially viable. Primary Hydroponic Systems : In the 1930s, Dr