Imagine growing food without soil, using only coconut waste, water and carefully measured nutrients.

A group of innovative students at Kiambu National Polytechnic (KINAP) is making this a reality, offering a promising solution to food security challenges.

Traditional farming faces numerous challenges, including soil degradation, pests, diseases, and high water consumption.

Poor soil quality often leads to lower yields, while soil-borne diseases force farmers to rely on chemical treatments that can negatively impact both health and the environment.