The Dis-Chem Foundation launched its first hydroponic vegetable garden, marking an important step in its commitment to addressing nutritional needs within underprivileged communities in the country.
The hydroponic garden has the capability to grow 4,000 crops in under six weeks, with the system designed to generate an impressive variety of produce. This includes 1,728 leafy greens, 356 onions, 110 pepper plants, 110 chili plants, 40 tomato plants, 40 sugar snap peas, as well as 40 bean plants.
Lynette Salzman, Dis-Chem co-founder, said these crops were intentionally selected to provide a comprehensive array of essential vitamins and minerals needed to fulfill a person's full daily nutrient requirements, aiming to address the dietary deficiencies experienced by many South Africans.
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