How VeggiWell Quadrupled Yields with IntelliDose in Guatemala

VeggiWell is a hydroponic farming company based in Guatemala, dedicated to producing premium-quality lettuce using sustainable practices. Since their first sowing in 2019, they have adopted nutrient film technique (NFT) systems to grow five varieties of lettuce in a controlled environment that minimizes risk and maximizes efficiency.

Their system has proven to be highly effective, reducing water consumption by 90%, decreasing contamination, and increasing yields by up to 4 times compared to traditional agriculture.

Challenge

As VeggiWell scaled their production, they faced a key challenge: maintaining stable pH and EC levels across their NFT systems while reducing the manual effort required for monitoring and dosing. Unstable nutrient levels can stress plants, lower quality, and impact yields, all critical factors for a farm supplying to high-end restaurants and stores.

The team needed an automated, reliable, and easy-to-use solution that would help streamline their operations while delivering precise control over crop nutrition.

Solution: Bluelab IntelliDose and Bluelab IntelliLink

VeggiWell implemented the Bluelab IntelliDose Controller system in combination with the Bluelab IntelliLink. This integrated setup now forms the core of their nutrient and pH management strategy.

Key Benefits

• Automation made simple: Bluelab IntelliDose provides reliable, accurate control of EC and pH levels, automatically doses nutrients, and maintains consistency.

• Remote access: With Bluelab IntelliLink, the team can monitor tank data in real time from anywhere, using any internet-connected device.

• Data visibility: Historical data on nutrient behavior helps the team analyze trends and improve decisions over time.

• Enhanced crop stability: Since switching to Bluelab systems, VeggiWell has maintained unmatched consistency in nutrient delivery.

Grower Testimonial

“Six months ago, I started using the Bluelab IntelliDose system, and it has simplified my work. Thanks to IntelliLink, I now have access to historical data on the pH and EC behavior of my tanks, and I can check real-time measurements from anywhere with an internet connection.

The readings are accurate, the interface is user-friendly, and my EC and pH levels have never been this stable. I recommend the Bluelab IntelliDose and IntelliLink systems to anyone growing with NFT, whether whether at an industrial level or at a beginner level.”

— Diego Arenales, Production Manager, VeggiWell