Empowering Farmers Through Knowledge: Hydroponics Training in Vaikaradhoo

From 22nd to 25th December 2025, Prime Fertilizers Maldives (Prime Maldives) successfully conducted a four-day hydroponics training program in Vaikaradhoo, reinforcing its commitment to building confident, skilled, and future-ready farmers across the Maldives. The training was delivered under the Namoona Dhanduveriya Training Program and was attended by 16 enthusiastic local participants.

Training Linked to Real Infrastructure

This training followed the recent supply and installation of nine greenhouses in Vaikaradhoo by Prime Maldives under the Maldives Agribusiness Program (MAP). MAP is jointly funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Government of Maldives. Prime Maldives supplied all greenhouses to participating farmers under this Program.

Recognizing that infrastructure alone is not enough, Prime Maldives proactively took the initiative to conduct hands-on training immediately after greenhouse installation, ensuring farmers are equipped not just with structures—but with the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

What the Training Covered

The Vaikaradhoo sessions were designed to be practical, farmer-focused, and confidence-building, covering:

• Introduction to Hydroponics & Greenhouse Farming
  Understanding the basics of soilless cultivation, benefits for island environments, and crop suitability.
• System Operation & Nutrient Management
• Step-by-step guidance on nutrient solutions, EC and pH management, and daily system monitoring.
• Crop Establishment & Growth Management
• Seedling handling, transplanting techniques, spacing, and growth-stage care.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance
• Identifying common issues, preventing nutrient disorders, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring long-term system performance.

The training emphasized real-life scenarios, allowing farmers to interact directly with the installed systems and ask practical questions relevant to their own greenhouses.

Building Confidence, Not Dependency

A core objective of the program was to ensure farmers feel independent and confident in managing their greenhouses. By combining infrastructure delivery with structured training, Prime Maldives aims to reduce trial-and-error losses and help farmers achieve consistent yields, better quality produce, and sustainable income.

A Growing National Impact

With the completion of the Vaikaradhoo program, Prime Fertilizers Maldives has now trained a total of 903 farmers across the Maldives—a milestone that reflects years of sustained effort in capacity building, technical support, and community engagement. 

By empowering farmers with both technology and knowledge, Prime Fertilizers Maldives continues to play a key role in shaping a more resilient, productive, and sustainable agricultural future for the Maldives.