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Farmers Weekly
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Farmers Weekly Supermarket chain Asda has become the first in the UK to stock a range of bagged salads that have been grown in vertical farms. See also: […] The post Asda becomes first UK supermarket to sell vertical farm salad appeared first on Farmers Weekly
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Western FarmPress
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Slideshow: Here’s how one vertical farming venture is opening eyes in Indiana.
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AgWeb Farm Journal
OCTOBER 4, 2023
What is vertical farming and how can it set you up for future government incentives? Ken Ferrie, Farm Journal field agronomist, explains it often requires mixing and matching tools for primary and secondary tillage.
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Global Agtech Initiative
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Indoor farming shows great promise in tackling today’s biggest agricultural challenges. The post Vertical Farming: Will Warehouses Become the New Farmland? appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
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Agric4profits
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
Vertical farming is an innovative method of growing crops in vertically stacked layers or structures, often indoors, using controlled environments. Unlike tradi
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Agric4profits
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Vertical farming and urban agriculture are innovative approaches to growing food that are gaining popularity around the world. These methods offer solutions
AgWeb Farm Journal
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
You’ve removed dense and compacted soil layers, balanced fertility and pH through the profile and set up your soil for vertical farming. Here are the final boxes to check to move away from horizontal farming.
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Global Agtech Initiative
JANUARY 5, 2024
The post How a Malaysian AgTech Company Is Leveraging AI for CEA Vertical Farms appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative. Using Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, Agroz is building next-generation software applications for agriculture.
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Agritecture Blog
JULY 27, 2023
Over the past decade, vertical farming has been touted as just such a disruptor in agriculture. Layoffs soared, files for bankruptcy rolled in, with vertical farm after vertical farm unable to reap the returns they thought possible from greens and vine crops. to 01.01.22.
Modern Farmer
JULY 4, 2023
Silo is a multi-level conveyor belt system that moves vertically throughout the day to replicate a plant’s natural circadian rhythm. Since the system moves automatically, Silo’s conveyor belt cuts down on some of the backbreaking work that accompanies traditional vertical farming methods, such as climbing up and down ladders.
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Vertical farming is an innovative agricultural method that involves growing crops in vertically stacked layers or on vertically inclined surfaces. This approach
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Vertical farming is an innovative agricultural method that allows crops to be grown in stacked layers or vertically inclined surfaces, often within controlled e
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Vertical farming is an innovative agricultural practice that involves growing crops in vertically stacked layers or on vertically inclined surfaces. This method
Farmers Weekly
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Farmers Weekly Establishing an on-farm vertical farming system could open the door for farmers to develop an additional revenue stream to sit alongside traditional agricultural practices. See also: Research targets pheromones to control key […] The post Vertical growing systems – the next big farm diversification?
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Global Agtech Initiative
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
Horticultural Research Laboratory to Add Vertical Farming Labs to Conduct CEA Vegetable Research appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative. The AmplifiedAg labs will be customized to carry out CEA vegetable production research unique to the Fort Pierce, FL laboratory. The post USDA-ARS U.S.
Agric4profits
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Vertical farming is a modern and innovative approach to growing crops in a vertical arrangement, often in stacked layers or vertically inclined surfaces.
Agritecture Blog
JANUARY 11, 2023
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.
Agritecture Blog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Editor’s Note: With the threat of a recession looming, vertical farmers are analyzing their business practices to stay afloat in a turbulent economy. This article discusses Infarm’s response to the recession and offers hope for the survival of vertical farming businesses around the globe.
Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The post China Unveils ‘World’s First’ AI-Powered Vertical Farm with 20 Floors appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative. This AI-controlled system uses advanced technologies to monitor, analyze, and adjust key environmental variables within the facility.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 9, 2023
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?
Agritecture Blog
APRIL 13, 2023
With over 20 years of experience working in all facets of agriculture, Agritecture’s Lead Agronomist, David Ceaser , adds that “many people think that vertical farms are inherently safer than conventional farms regarding food safety - but this is not automatically the case. Here, technology plays a key role.
Agritecture Blog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
With over 20 years of experience, Biernacki has a wealth of knowledge on growing and vertical farming. Now, Kevin uses his expertise to help other growers in his new role with vertical farming solutions provider Montel. The Grove focuses on providing natural, vertically farmed cannabis products.
Agritecture Blog
JUNE 7, 2023
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?
Netled
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
begins commercial-scale herb production using Netled’s proprietary Vera vertical farming technology in Pirkkala, Finland. The farm produces high-quality herbs sold under a new Finnish consumer brand “Vyrtti”. Netled’s client, Tuoretarha Ltd., The herbs will be available for consumers in March 2023.
Agritecture Blog
JANUARY 23, 2023
Editor’s Note: Agritecture (AGR) spoke with Emiliano Gutierrez (EG), Founder & CEO of Raiz , a vertical farm located in Lisbon, Portugal. An early adopter of Agritecture Designer , Gutierrez successfully opened his farm after using the resources provided to him through the platform. AGR: How long have you been in business?
Global Agtech Initiative
OCTOBER 30, 2024
As vertical farming and automation become more accessible, sustainable food systems will no longer be a luxury but a standard in city life. The post Integration of Technology in Urban Agriculture appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
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Agritecture Blog
JULY 31, 2023
As I pondered the topic for this round, I felt drawn to delve into a significant hurdle frequently encountered by vertical farming companies. However, in light of the recent and rather alarming trend of vertical farming ventures failing almost weekly, I believe it's a topic worthy of revisiting.
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Agritecture Blog
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Having a fully fleshed-out concept that includes location, crops, and budget also makes the process of finding a vertical farming facility design partner easier for you and them. How can vertical farming developers avoid costly delays and re-engineering? But why do these obstacles occur?
Agric4profits
OCTOBER 16, 2024
It is also known as ‘vertical farming or indoor f Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a method of cultivating plants in a fully regulated environment.
Agritecture Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
To help guard against airborne pathogens, Fusions Farms maintains positive pressure in their airflows to prevent contamination in their grow rooms.
Far Eastern Agriculture
AUGUST 11, 2023
Colruyt Group in co-creation with MechaTronix have announced the launch of the CoolGrow VF, a breakthrough vertical farm light which is upto 38% more energy efficient than a conventional vertical farm setup
Agritecture Blog
APRIL 12, 2023
Agritecture Designer ’s urban and vertical farming courses can be a great help to universities looking to incorporate CEA into their curricula without the expense of added staff. Contact david@agritecture.com for more information on how you can get a hold of our farm-planning software for your students.
Agritecture Blog
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Vertical farms and greenhouses are seeing much more capital investment than they had in the past, and CEA businesses are improving their unit economics through new technologies which attract investment, as well. Many investments come from venture capitalists who want to treat vertical farming like a tech investment.
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Global Agtech Initiative
DECEMBER 11, 2023
VC firms are moving away from vertical farming and plant-based foods, instead seeing new opportunities in AI and alternative fertilizers. The post Agtech Funding Is Rebounding. Which Startups Attract Investors? appeared first on Global Ag Tech Initiative.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 24, 2023
Each farm model comes with its own set of pros and cons, especially concerning startup costs, operation costs, and climate control. On Agritecture Designer , you can compare CapEx, OpEx, and yields from vertical farms, greenhouses, or container farms to discover which would be best for your idea and local market.
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Agritecture Blog
MARCH 15, 2023
Written by: Henry Gordon-Smith March 14, 2023 In February, I visited the new AeroFarms R&D facility, intended to bring the latest in vertical farming and indoor farming research and development to the UAE. 4: Vertical farms will struggle to scale without government subsidies. Credit: AeroFarms. #2:
Netled
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Kasey Snyder, Sales Operations Manager at Netled, took the stage at the Slush Food Tech side event to pitch Netled's Vera® vertical farming technology. The Tonic22 event took place in Helsinki on 16.11 focusing on innovations in food tech.
Agritecture Blog
MAY 18, 2023
Vertical farming and hydroponics are innovative and sustainable agricultural methods that can be used in schools to teach about modern food production and environmental conservation. Credit: amNewYork. Written by: Sarah Jordan and Dorothy Braun February 15, 2023 Credit: FarmBox Foods.
Netled
JUNE 28, 2023
The partnership enables Netled to focus on providing comprehensive solutions for vertical farming and facilitates faster business scalability. Netled is proceeding with strategic cooperation with Rejlers for the implementation of project deliveries. Rejlers is one of the leading engineering consultancy firms in the Nordic region.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 29, 2023
Written by: Sarah Jordan March 29, 2023 In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s capital city, Khalid Shokair and his family have established Bather Smart Farm , a 2500-square-meter facility that grows microgreens, edible flowers, salad greens, and herbs. Chefs in the area love Bather Smart Farm’s produce because it is fresher than imported goods.
Agritecture Blog
DECEMBER 29, 2022
A worker replants lettuce in a vertical farm. Two workers inspect plants in a vertical farm. Two people look at the crops in a vertical farm. Agritecture and WayBeyond’s 2021 Global CEA Census found that vertical farms around the world reported using 38.8 Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
Agritecture Blog
OCTOBER 18, 2022
LED lighting is an important aspect of indoor farming operations, but it consumes energy, contributing to a farm’s overall costs. The 2021 Global CEA Census Report revealed that at least 38% of greenhouses and vertical farms don't track their energy use. kWh per kg, which represents 54% less energy than a typical farm.
Agritecture Blog
JUNE 15, 2023
While standard energy sources typically come at a lower cost, the reliability of the cost of renewable energy is helpful (and necessary) for farms to plan and make strategic decisions to balance their operational costs in the long term. YASAI is a vertical farm in Zürich, Switzerland that runs on 100% renewable energy.
Agritecture Blog
MARCH 14, 2023
There are many benefits to container farming that make it an attractive alternative to vertical or greenhouse farming. While vertical farms require less space than traditional farms, container farms require even less space. A worker tends to plants in a container farm at Vertical Roots farm.
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