NFT Hydroponic Coach for Schools and Growers "Hidroponic Coach" vir Skole en Boere

One tank can kill your whole harvest. GroeiWys shows you which one — before it happens. Een tenk kan jou hele oes vernietig. GroeiWys wys jou watter een — voor dit gebeur.

Built by the teacher who rescued a failing NFT tunnel — this is the system that came out of it. Gebou deur die onderwyser wat 'n mislukte NFT-tonnel self gered het.

📱 Works on your phoneWerk ook op jou foon
See how ↓ Sien hoe ↓

The GroeiWys methodDie GroeiWys metode

One reading. Three ways to understand it. Een lesing. Drie maniere om dit te verstaan.

This is the core of GroeiWys: the same NFT problem becomes a practical action, a visual learner explanation and a guide step that teaches the reason behind the correction. Dit is die kern van GroeiWys: dieselfde NFT hidroponika probleem word 'n praktiese aksie, 'n visuele leerder verduideliking en 'n praktiese oplossing.

Fix it. See it. Understand it. Regmaak. Sien. Verstaan.

Coach says what to do. Learner shows what it means for the plant. Grow Guide teaches why it happens and how to correct it properly. Coach Monitor sê wat om te doen. Leerder Monitor wys wat dit vir die plant beteken. GroeiGids leer hoekom dit gebeur en hoe om dit behoorlik reg te stel.

ActionAksie MeaningBetekenis ReasonRede
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Coach Monitor

Best for daily control and recordsBeste vir daaglikse beheer en rekords

For teachers and growers who need the next practical action first, plus a record of problems, actions and results over time. Vir onderwysers en boere wat die volgende praktiese aksie eerste nodig het, plus 'n rekord van probleme, aksies en resultate oor tyd.

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Coach LearnerCoach Leerdermonitor

Best for visual understandingBeste vir visuele begrip

For schools, training and growers who want to see what a warning may mean for the plant, in simple language with visual symptom examples. Vir skole, opleiding en boere wat wil sien wat 'n waarskuwing vir die plant kan beteken, in eenvoudige taal met visuele simptoom voorbeelde.

Meaning made visibleBetekenis sigbaar gemaak What does high EC mean?
The plant may wilt or grow slower.
Wat beteken hoë EC?
Die plant kan verwelk of stadiger groei.
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Coach Grow GuideCoach GroeiGids

Best for setup and fixesBeste vir opstelling en regstellings

For users who need the deeper reason, the safe correction method and the practical NFT routine behind the fix. Vir gebruikers wat die dieper betekenis en die veilige regstellingsmetode nodig het.

The reason and the methodDie rede en die metode Dilute with clean water.
Mix well, wait a few minutes and measure EC again.
Verdun met skoon water.
Meng goed, wag 'n paar minute en meet EC weer.

Coach Monitor

Coach Control that explains what to fix first Coach Monitor verduidelik wat eerste reggestel moet word

The coach checks the tanks, finds the weakest point and gives the next practical action first. A compact monitor preview then proves where the recommendation came from. Die Coach evalueer die tenks en kies die tenk met die laagste punt om 'n volledige plan ter verbetering voor te stel. 'n Kompakte monitor voorskou bewys dan waar die aanbeveling vandaan kom.

Coach Control - Hybrid

The coach gives the answer, then shows the proof Die coach gee die antwoord, en staaf sy antwoord

Tank 2 needs attentionTenk 2 benodig aandag

EC is too high at 2.45 mS/cm for lettuce.EC 2.45 mS/cm vir blaarslaai is te hoog.

Why it mattersHoekom maak dit saak

Strong solution can stress roots and make water uptake harder, especially during warm periods.Sterk oplossing kan wortels stres en wateropname moeiliker maak, veral tydens warm periodes.

Recommended actionAanbevole aksie

Dilute with clean water. Mix well, wait a few minutes and measure again before adding fertiliser.Verdun met skoon water. Meng goed, wag 'n paar minute en meet weer voor jy bemesting byvoeg.

NFT coach giving a recommendation
Start with Tank 2. Fix EC first, then measure again. Begin by Tenk 2. Maak EC eerste reg, en meet weer.
Monitor proofMonitor bewys

How the coach knows what to fix first Hoe weet die Coach wat om eerste reg te maak

Coach Health CheckCoach Gesondheidskontrole Tank 2 - LettuceTenk 2 - Blaarslaai
Tank 1 - RocketTenk 1 - RucolapH outside targetpH buite norm 88/100
Tank 2 - LettuceTenk 2 - BlaarslaaiEC needs attentionEC benodig aandag 76/100
Tank 3 - Mustard spinachTenk 3 - MosterdblareLow flow riskLae vloei risiko 88/100

Learner Monitor PreviewLeerder Monitor Voorskou

The same problem, explained visually Dieselfde probleem, visueel verduidelik

The coach can flag a high EC problem, then the learner view turns that same problem into a simple plant-response explanation with a visual symptom example. It helps learners understand, and helps growers recognise what the warning may look like in the crop. Die coach kan 'n hoë EC probleem identifiseer, dan verander die Leerder monitor dieselfde probleem in 'n eenvoudige plantreaksie verduideliking met 'n visuele simptoom voorbeeld. Dit help leerders verstaan, en help boere om waarskuwings vroegtydig te visualiseer en te herken.

View Learner Preview Bekyk Leerder Monitor Voorskou
Tank 2 - EC Read-only learner viewLeerder monitor slegs-lees aansig
Plant stress symptoms when EC is too high

What users will seeWat gebruikers sal sien

When EC is too high, the plant may look wilted or grow slower because the roots struggle to take up water from the strong solution. Wanneer EC te hoog is, kan die plant verwelk lyk of stadiger groei omdat die wortels sukkel om water uit die sterk oplossing op te neem.

Complete Grow GuideVolledige GroeiGids

From empty pipes to confident daily growing Van leë pype tot selfversekerde daaglikse produksie

The Grow Guide is the practical manual behind the system: setup, seedlings, crops, water readings, daily routines, symptoms, corrections and harvest decisions. Die GroeiGids is die praktiese handleiding agter die stelsel: opstelling, saailinge, gewasse, waterlesings, daaglikse roetines, simptome, regstellings en oesbepalinge.

You can use it without the monitor, but it becomes even more powerful when the monitor points you to the right section. Jy kan dit gebruik sonder die Leerder monitor, maar dit word nog meer kragtig wanneer die monitor jou na die regte afdeling verwys.

From the forewordUit die voorwoord

GroeiWys comes down to one simple habit: spot the problem early, understand what it means, and fix the right thing first. GroeiWys gaan oor een eenvoudige gewoonte: sien die probleem vroeg, verstaan wat dit beteken, en maak die regte ding eerste reg.

Preview Grow Guide Access Bekyk GroeiGids toegang
Before you buildVoor jy bou While you growTerwyl jy groei When something goes wrongWanneer iets foutgaan
Start – Build – Plant – Measure – Fix – Harvest Begin – Bou – Plant – Meet – Regmaak – Oes Not just a problem guide. A practical growing path from first setup to the next crop cycle. Nie net 'n probleemgids nie. 'n Praktiese handleiding van eerste opstelling tot die volgende gewassiklus.
StartBegin Choose seedlings and cropsKies saailinge en gewasse

Know what to plant, how to start seedlings and when they are ready for NFT.Weet wat om te plant, hoe om saailinge te begin en wanneer hulle gereed is vir NFT.

BuildBou Set up the NFT systemStel die NFT stelsel op

Frame, tank, pump, pipes, flow direction and first-use routine.Raam, tenk, pomp, pype, vloeirigting en eerste gebruik roetine.

PlantPlant Move plants into the systemPlaas plante in die stelsel

Net pots, spacing, root checks and the first days after transplanting.Netpotte, spasiëring, wortelkontroles en die eerste dae na oorplanting.

MeasureMeet Understand the waterOntleed die water

EC, pH, TDS, temperature, flow and ORP explained in practical language.EC, pH, TDS, temperatuur, vloei en ORP verduidelik in praktiese taal.

FixRegmaak Use symptoms and correctionsGebruik simptome en regstellings

Photos and next steps for EC, pH, roots, algae, pests and plant stress.Foto's en volgende stappe vir EC, pH, wortels, algae, plae en plantstres.

HarvestOes Record and improveAanteken en verbeter

Keep routines, learn from each cycle and improve the next planting.Hou by roetines, leer van elke siklus en verbeter die volgende aanplanting.

7+ practical guide chapterspraktiese gidshoofstukke
40+ photos and symptom visualsfoto's en visuele simptome
1 path from setup to harvestmanier van opstelling tot oes

Choose your packageKies jou pakket

Pick the option that fits your setup Kies die opsie wat by jou opstelling pas

Choose one module, or buy the complete system. The website explains what each module does so buyers can choose without waiting for one-on-one advice. Kies een module, of koop die volledige stelsel. Die webwerf verduidelik wat elke module doen sodat kopers kan kies sonder om te wag vir persoonlike advies.

PackagePakket Best forBeste vir GrowerBoer SchoolSkool
Grow GuideGroeiGids Full growing manual, no monitorVolledige handleiding sonder monitor R197 R697 ChooseKies
Coach Monitor Daily NFT control and recordsDaaglikse NFT beheer en rekords R497 R697 ChooseKies
Learner View Add-OnLeerder Monitor Byvoeging Visual explanations for learnersVisuele verduidelikings vir leerders R197 R497 ChooseKies

Common NFT questionsAlgemene NFT-vrae

Straight answers to what growers actually search Reguit antwoorde op wat groeiers regtig soek

What is the difference between EC, pH and TDS?Wat is die verskil tussen EC, pH en TDS?

EC measures total nutrient concentration in the water; pH measures how acidic or alkaline the water is; TDS is EC-related and estimates total dissolved solids (ppm).EC meet totale voedingstofkonsentrasie; pH meet hoe suur/alkalies die water is; TDS is EC-verwant en skat totale opgeloste stowwe (ppm).

What happens if water flows too slowly?Wat gebeur as water te stadig vloei?

Roots don't get enough fresh nutrient and oxygen.Wortels kry nie genoeg vars voedingstof/suurstof nie.

What happens if water flows too fast?Wat gebeur as water te vinnig vloei?

Roots don't get a chance to absorb nutrients.Wortels kry nie kans om voedingstof op te neem nie.

Why is water temperature important?Hoekom is watertemperatuur belangrik?

Warm water holds less oxygen and can encourage root rot; water that is too cold slows growth. Around 18–22°C is typically ideal.Warm water hou minder suurstof en kan wortelvrot aanhelp; te koud vertraag groei. Tipies 18–22°C ideaal.

What role does oxygen play in NFT?Watter invloed het suurstof in NFT?

Roots need oxygen; too little oxygen causes root rot.Wortels benodig suurstof; te min suurstof = wortelvrot.

What are the right EC and pH norms for NFT?Wat is die regte EC/pH-norme vir NFT?

This varies by crop — generally pH 5.5–6.5; EC varies by crop growth stage.Wissel per gewas — algemeen pH 5.5–6.5; EC wissel volgens gewasstadium.

Need help choosing?Hulp nodig met keuse?

Contact us if you are not sure which module fits Kontak ons as jy nie seker is watter module om te kies

The website explains each module so buyers can choose for themselves. If you are still unsure, ask a question and we will point you to the right access option. Die webwerf verduidelik elke module sodat kopers self kan kies. As jy steeds onseker is, kontak ons en ons sal jou bystaan met die keuse van die regte module.

Riaan Burger Pilot partner: Trio High SchoolLoodsvennoot: Hoërskool Trio info@groeiwys.co.za Ask About a Package Vra oor 'n pakket

Ready to grow smarter? Gereed om beter te produseer?

Choose the module you want to buy, explore the learner preview, or view the grow guide access page. Teacher sign-in is reserved for approved users. Kies die module wat jy wil koop, verken die Leerder Monitor voorskou, of bekyk die GroeiGids Inhoudsopgawe. Onderwyser aanmelding is vir goedgekeurde gebruikers.