MEAPLANT vs. Current Systems Comparison

• MEAPLANT is a universal cultivation closed loop system, enabling the growth of various plants including vines, citrus fruits, apples, currants, etc.
• MEAPLANT allows cultivation in open air, suitable for balconies, terraces, roofs, and urban outdoor spaces.
• In current soilless cultivation systems, plants struggle due to inconsistent materials, water-based, or air-based systems, leading to high costs and limited usage.
• MEAPLANT ensures no risks of root asphyxiation, with a well-oxygenated substrate preventing fungi and bacteria formation.
• Hydroponics and aeroponics weaken plants, requiring complex disinfection and management systems, limiting the variety of cultivable plants.
• MEAPLANT substrate does not absorb salinity, reducing the need for continuous solution checks and washing.
• Current closed loop systems require frequent substrate washing, leading to plant stress and complex salinity calculations.
• Irrigation management in MEAPLANT is easy, eliminating risks of over-irrigation or root asphyxiation.
• MEAPLANT allows simultaneous cultivation of plants with different water needs, enhancing versatility.
• Current systems limit simultaneous cultivation to one species with specific nutrient and irrigation requirements.
• MEAPLANT’s substrate ensures all droplets are available for roots, minimizing absorption efforts.
• MEAPLANT’s substrate minimizes water loss due to evaporation, inspired by the cactus’ strategy.
• MEAPLANT’s cultivation substrate is made of recyclable or food-grade biomaterials.
• Current substrates are often non-recyclable and require careful use and disposal.