Apr 30, 2020Behind the Scenes: A Look at Container Farming in the CityIndoor farming is not necessarily a new phenomenon, but it is only recently that it has gained traction and increased significantly in popularity. …Container Farm4 min read
Apr 16, 2020This Is How AI Can Help Indoor FarmingArtificial intelligence (AI) tools have entered nearly every industry you can think of. They are swiftly changing the way people work and the way businesses are run. …AI4 min read
Apr 2, 2020A Look at 4 Successful Urban FarmsUrban farming isn’t exactly a brand-new practice. It’s been around for several decades now, and many people are starting to become incredibly skilled at doing it successfully. Due to growing concerns over the increase in the world population, a potential lack of available food to feed everyone, and a decline…Hydroponic4 min read
Mar 19, 2020How to Choose Crops for a Vertical FarmVertical farming is likely to revolutionize the agricultural industry in the coming decade. A sustainable solution to producing large amounts of food, vertical farming can potentially lead to huge benefits in the food supply chain, particularly in urban areas or so-called “food deserts.” Increasing populations and a continued loss of…Vertical Farms4 min read
Mar 5, 2020Understanding Aeroponics: What You Need to KnowMoving out of the realm of science fiction and into the everyday life of many Americans, indoor farming is truly making waves in the agricultural industry. Various systems are used in vertical and indoor farming facilities, most commonly aquaponics, aeroponics, hydroponics, and various forms of stackable pod systems. Some of…Aeroponics4 min read
Feb 20, 2020Spotlight on the Growing Indoor Farming Scene in the UKVertical farming — growing crops in vertically stacked layers in an indoor environment — is well known for producing fast-growing crops. Under the carefully controlled conditions used by vertical farms, plants such as herbs and leafy greens can go from seed to sprout to harvest in a matter of weeks…Vertical Farming4 min read
Feb 6, 20207 Big Takeaways from an Important New CEA SurveyIn late 2019, the first Global CEA Census Report was released by the global automation specialist Autogrow and the New York-based firm Agritecture Consulting. A highly welcome addition to the still fairly limited body of research and data on the field of controlled environment agriculture (CEA), this landmark report is…4 min read
Jan 30, 2020Vertical Farming in Grocery Stores: What You Need to KnowThe future of indoor farming includes vertical farms inside of grocery stores, which will allow consumers to purchase the freshest produce possible. Some grocery stores are already testing out this model. Two Quality Food Center (QFC) outlets in Washington recently introduced vertical farms in their stores. …Agriculture4 min read
Jan 16, 2020How Do Container Farms Allow for Year-Round Growing?Could the conventional growing season eventually be a thing of the past? Historically, farmers have been entirely dependent on the cycle of the seasons, not to mention favorable weather, to grow their crops. …Agriculture4 min read
Jan 2, 2020Social Impact Is the Big Priority at This Vertical FarmSurrounded by the Teton and Gros Ventre mountain ranges, the town of Jackson, Wyoming, probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of fresh, local produce. But locally grown veggies are exactly what you’ll find if you venture to a one-tenth acre site in the heart…Agriculture4 min read
