Course:VANT149/2023/Capstone/Science/Team18

Abstract

The growing population will experience severe water shortage due to the increase of water scarcity and the impact of climate change on regions worldwide, forcing farmers to implement water-saving practises in agriculture. Currently, planting requires a significant amount of water, highlighting the need for more effective techniques in light of the restricted water supply. This study is seeking for more effective techniques to grow plants with reduced water usage; currently, hydroponics is one of the water-saving planting methods. This research study compared the yield and water-use efficiency of arugula grown in hydroponic and soil- based systems, aiming to find a water-efficient alternative in response to water scarcity issue. The study evaluated the soil system, a low-maintenance passive hydroponic technique, using ten arugula plants distributed between the two methods. Data on plant liveliness and water usage was collected over five weeks, Sensory analysis assessed the weight and water content of arugula samples, while descriptive data analysis analyzed the results. This research has implications for addressing water scarcity and promoting sustainable agricultural.

Biographies

Laura Behbehani is a science student at the University of British Columbia with a strong desire to become a dentist, combining her passion of medicine with her desire to make a difference in people's lives. Her commitment to both areas fuels her aspiration to become a future dentist and provide compassionate care to others.

Dana Alotaibi, a science student at the University of British Columbia, feels inspired by her interest in biology and her intention to work as a compassionate paediatric dentist. With a genuine love for working with kids, she aims to combine her scientific knowledge and caring nature to provide quality dental care to young children