Uploaded July 2022 | Updated September 2026, 30 minutes ago
Growfoam® plugs are foam-based substrates and an alternative solution with a multitude of eco-friendly benefits for hobbyists and commercial hydroponic growers.
You can learn more in a previous video here: youtube.com/watch?v=Hq77OEpKb7g
But how do they stack up to more common substrates?
In this video we cover the differences of Growfoam® to substrates that you may be more familiar such as hemp, peat plugs, stone wool and coco coir.
We take a look at how some substrates can introduce pests or pathogens into the farm.
We also look at considerations for:
Composting and sustainability
Plant performance
Logistics
Variations in form
Automation
Don’t forget to like and subscribe to our channel and pop your questions in the comments below.
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Connect with us:
Website: zipgrow.com
Facebook: facebook.com/ZipGrowTM
Instagram: instagram.com/zipgrowinc
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/zipgrow-inc
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Learn:
UpStart University- university.upstartfarmers.com
Blog- zipgrow.com/zipblog
Guides & Manuals: zipgrow.com/grow-guides
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Shop:
Purchase a variety of substrates here- shop.zipgrow.com/collections/seedling-and-growing
ZipGrow shop online shop.zipgrow.com
Growfoam® plugs are foam-based substrates and an alternative solution with a multitude of eco-friendly benefits for hobbyists and commercial hydroponic growers.
You can learn more in a previous video here: youtube.com/watch?v=Hq77OEpKb7g
But how do they stack up to more common substrates?
In this video we cover the differences of Growfoam® to substrates that you may be more familiar such as hemp, peat plugs, stone wool and coco coir.
We take a look at how some substrates can introduce pests or pathogens into the farm.
We also look at considerations for:
Composting and sustainability
Plant performance
Logistics
Variations in form
Automation
Don’t forget to like and subscribe to our channel and pop your questions in the comments below.
-----------------
Connect with us:
Website: zipgrow.com
Facebook: facebook.com/ZipGrowTM
Instagram: instagram.com/zipgrowinc
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/zipgrow-inc
------------------
Learn:
UpStart University- university.upstartfarmers.com
Blog- zipgrow.com/zipblog
Guides & Manuals: zipgrow.com/grow-guides
------------------
Shop:
Purchase a variety of substrates here- shop.zipgrow.com/collections/seedling-and-growing
ZipGrow shop online shop.zipgrow.com


![Farmer Tip #14 | Know How to Grow Before Hiring a Grower
Many CEA business owners wish to hire the growing talent and falsely assume that they dont need to learn to farm. However, farm owners need to be familiar with their facilities, climate, and growing even if they aren’t going to be working much in the farm themselves.
Chris Higgins believes that this is key to a successful CEA business.
“[People] want to build a facility, and they assume that they’re going to be able to hire the growing knowledge . . . but in order to build a successful CEA business, you really have to understand the growing side.”
You might be thinking, Become an expert on farming? Easier said than done! Learning to farm can be an overwhelming goal, but there are many resources and courses to walk you through the process. Chris has a few tips:
1. Start small. (Experiment with a small system before scaling.)
2. Study your climate and limitations. (Plan facility and conditions.)
3. Learn how to grow. (Use training and courses to learn farming.)
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