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5 Mistakes Vertical Farms Make

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Originally published: July 15, 2021 Updated on: January 11, 2023 by Niko Simos and Sarah Jordan In recent months, the vertical farming industry has been going through a correction period. We have seen high-profile farm closures and significant layoffs , leading many to wonder if there is truly a future for vertical farming.

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Striking a Balance: Are You a Technology Company or a Farming Company?

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To develop a farm or to develop a technology, that is the question. As I pondered the topic for this round, I felt drawn to delve into a significant hurdle frequently encountered by vertical farming companies. “ Are you a technology company or a farming company? ”

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Why Vertical Farms are Producing More Nutritious Crops

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Vertical farming has taken cities by storm, enabling urbanites to grow produce within their own homes and entrepreneurs to meet the growing demand for fresher and higher quantities of locally-grown produce. But, how is this soilless farming technique impacting human health? #1:

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Growing Upwards: Unveiling the Best Vertical Farms in Australia and New Zealand

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Urban Greens is a vertical farming facility located in Sydney, Australia. With this urban surge, the importance of locally sourced produce becomes paramount, prompting a shift towards innovative and efficient solutions such as vertical farming. So, what are the foremost farms currently growing in this region?

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Far Eastern Agriculture - Untitled Article

Far Eastern Agriculture

s groundbreaking lightning-based fertiliser technology that posesses immense potential to support farmers, climate and soil health The system works by stimulating lightning's ability to capture nitrogen in the form of nitrates when it strikes water. The Agri-Tech Centres are working with innovative start-up Debye Ltd.'s

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Agritecture's Partner Network Expands to 20 Members; Seeks to Set a New Standard for Data Transparency

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Third-party validation of the system or underlying technology is also factored in. Greener Crop , INNO-3B , LettUs Grow , Montel , New Growing System , Priva , Urban Crop Solutions , Tower Farms , FarmRaise , Harvest Returns , Mainvest , and Perl Street. iFarm iFarm creates solutions for city farming. Credit: CCNY.

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Tips & Tricks for Architects Who Want to Integrate Agriculture into Projects

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Vertical farming for indoor architecture projects Vertical farming is an innovative approach to indoor agriculture using hydroponics and LEDs. Architects can consider incorporating vertical farming systems into their projects, either as standalone structures or as part of a larger building.