Frequently Asked Questions

SNAP Hydroponics·Monday, September 25, 2017

What is hydroponics?

From wikipedia:

Hydroponics is a subset of hydroculture, the method of growing plants without soil, using mineral
nutrient solutions in a water solvent.

What is SNAP Hydroponics?

SNAP stands for Simple Nutrient Addition Program. It is a low-cost, low-maintenance hydroponics
system that is designed for household and small-scale vegetable production.

Where can I buy SNAP solutions?

You can buy them from UPLB-IPB and authorized resellers. Unfortunately, the top hits when searching
the internet for SNAP hydroponics are selling products labeled “SNAP Hydroponics” but are not from
UPLB-IPB. You can find a list of authorized resellers in the authorized resellers list.

Where can I buy seeds?

You can buy them from your local garden or agri centers. They are also available in the garden section of
Ace Hardware.

Where can I buy coco coir?

You can buy them from your local garden or agri centers. They are also available in the garden section of
Ace Hardware.

Where can I buy styro boxes?

You can buy them from fruit vendors that sell imported grapes and the like. Just walk around your local
public market and ask for them.

What do I do with the spent solution left in the reservoir after I harvest my
crops?

You can use them to water you regular potted plants or even reuse them for your next grow.

What does SNAP A/B solution contain?

Please see the MDS sheet for SNAP A/B solutions.

Who are you?

I’m just a hobbyist SNAP grower who enjoys growing my own food with SNAP and wants to share the
fun.

List of Authorized Distributors

SNAP Hydroponics·Friday, March 9, 2018
Authorized distributors of SNAP Hydroponic solutions are trained setting up SNAP hydroponics
systems and in the practical and theoretical aspects of hydroponics. Their training comes from
UPLB Institute of Plant Breeding where SNAP Hydroponic solutions are developed and
manufactured. Buying from authorized distributors guarantees you are buying authentic SNAP
hydroponic solutions and with their knowledge they will be able to assist you with your
hydroponics related concerns. How do I become an authorized distributor? You need the
participate in the UPLB IPB short course “Training on Hydroponics Vegetable Production with
Emphasis on SNAP Hydroponics” Feel free to sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1voYe3k8xWfb7CBJqEhGu9rGjHdxmot0KZl_MkyjGpvU/vie
wform?edit_requested=true&edit2=2_ABaOnudbhXu0gK8DC6geXlGLHw1X0eB-
OVv54JKgskO1qQ9DfKUwezW9f5Y SNAP hydroponic solutions are developed and sold at:
University of the Philippines Los Baños Institute of Plant Breeding Physiology Laboratory
Institute of Plant Breeding UP Los Baños (049) 576-6947/ 576-3189

Authorized Distributors

 Jose Diego E. Roxas Green Thumb Gardening Hydroponics <fb.com/greenthumbmnl>

09062084851 jdiegoroxas@gmail.com Products: SNAP, coco peat block, vegetable seeds
Services: supplies delivery, technical support (for customers), seminars (esp. for
schools/students) on availability basis Also continuous in research in hydroponics.
Certificate Issued June 2017.
 Jopi Pazziuagan-Ledesma & Mark Ledesma Urban Greens Hydroponics Supply
09152154909 Ridge Crest Subv Phase 1 Molino 4 Bacoor Cavite Products & Services:
Snap a&b solution, Fertilized Potting mix, Coco Peat, Styro box starter kit, seeds.
Conducts trainings and 1-on-1 coaching. Certificate Issued November 14, 2017.
 Tito Jom’s Hydroponics and Urban Farming Blk. 1, Lot 6n7 Anthurium st. Camella
Homes South 1, San Pedro, Laguna 09086807182/8689350 Products: SNAP solution,
fertile potting mix, styro boxes and soon mix animal manures Certificate Issued
September 21, 2017.
 Meriel May Abellar Cabanatuan City 0915 513 1414/0923 429 4971 Authorized reseller
of SNAP solution Certificate Issued February 13, 2018
 Gian Carlo Vergara Quezon City / San Fernando Pampanga 09150954831 Products:
SNAP solution, cocopeat, loam soil, seeds and other basic hydroponics materials
Certificate Issued: February 28,2018
 Alexandria Lozada Vista verde, Cainta, Rizal 09194337030/09564026758 Products:
SNAP Solution, cocopeat, styro box starter kit Certificate Issued: November 14, 2017
 Nilda Anonuevo Broncano Alexie Lily Farm Enterprise <fb.com/hydrogreensph>
Mayors Drive, Brgy. Kua GMA, Cavite 0932-427-3828 Products: SNAP Solution,
 cocopeat, shading nets, UV plastics, insect nets, net pots hydroton/hydrocorn,
hydroponics starter kits, seeds/seedlings, grown vegetables/herbs. Services: Technical
support, seminars, greenhouse setups/designs, possible market assistance. Outlets: GMA
Cavite (distributing Cavite wide), Malolos, Bulacan (distributing nationwide), Manila
(distributing nationwide) Certificate Issued: September 16, 2015
 Robert J. Iglesia Robert J.Iglesia’s Farm in the City Gen.Luna St. Brgy. Rizal Pob. 4307
Gumaca,Quezon 0977-7605094 Products: Loam Fertile Potting Mix, Moulded(seedling
plugs) Fertile Potting Mix, heirloom seeds, hybrid seeds, hydroponics nutrient solutions,
GH UV sheet, plastic clip for UV sheet roofing(1/2",3/4",1"), rooted herb cuttings,
mother culture effective micro organism with fermented seaweeds for fast composting
and foliar application, parent stocks free range chicken (layer type).

Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Not all authorized distributors are listed here.
Good luck and happy growing! Photo credit: Lyza Mae Saturio Baysa
Replenishment Guide
Marco Enrico·Monday, September 18, 2017
An important part of maintaining your SNAP hydroponics system is the regular replenishment of
the SNAP nutrient solution. Overtime your plants will consume the nutrient solution to power
their growth. Below is a visual guide to replenishing the SNAP nutrient solution.

This is how it should look like initially.

When initially set up the bottom of the seedling plugs will be touching the nutrient solution.
Because of this the seedling will be water logged which will force it to create aerial roots.

Nutrient solution level decreases as the plant grows.

As the plant grows, roots will develop and the solution level will go down. The plant will be able
to “breath” in this manner some of the roots are exposed in moist air and some of the roots are
immersed in SNAP solution.

As the plant develops further, more of the solution will be consumed. It is important to regularly
check the nutrient solution level and never let it dry up.
Growing boxes as the plant grows further.

Add SNAP nutrient solution (2.5mL of SNAP A and B per liter of water) as needed. Do not
submerge the plants’ root system in solution because they will “drown.” A good rule of thumb is
to add solution so that the solution level is about a centimeter from the bottom of the seedling
plugs.
After the nutrient solution is replenished.
Good luck and happy growing! Republished from http://snap-
hydroponics.info/guides/replenishment.html