Soilless farming is continuing to attract young entrepreneurs in Türkiye, offering significant advantages through water conservation, higher efficiency and year-round production.
Two producers operating in Istanbul's Silivri district say the growing cultivation method has enabled them to expand production while preparing for larger investments as demand for fresh produce increases.
23-year-old entrepreneur Yiğit Emre Solhan entered agriculture after studying digital marketing in Poland. He told Anadolu Agency (AA) that he and his brother began researching the sector in 2021 before launching production the following year on leased land in Silivri.
After nearly a year of construction, the facility now grows eight different products, with production tailored to customer demand.
"We mainly focus on Mediterranean and niche products," Solhan said. "We produce basil, arugula, garden cress, red oak leaf lettuce, and beetroot. We are also conducting research and development on the Çengelköy cucumber."
