Have you ever wondered if there is a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to synthetic polymers like rock wool, peat, and coir that are widely used in traditional agriculture? What if I told you that there is a better solution that can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of agricultural activities? Are you curious to know more about Gelponics? In recent years, the world has witnessed a growing interest in sustainable farming practices due to the need to reduce the carbon footprint of agricultural activities. The use of synthetic polymers such as rock wool, peat, and coir has been com ..read more

As one of the key inputs for plant growth, lighting is critical to the success of vertical farms. But as artificial lighting can account for a significant portion of a farm’s energy consumption, it’s important to optimize its use for greater efficiency. In this article, we’ll explore 10 strategies for optimizing light consumption in vertical farms, from natural light to smart lighting systems. Use natural light Maximizing the use of natural light is one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce the energy consumption of a vertical farm. By positioning plants in areas that receive the m ..read more

The vertical farming industry has seen its fair share of challenges in recent months, with rising energy costs, labor costs, and inflation leading to higher prices for products. This has affected both traditional and vertical farming companies, with customers having to save more and purchase less. As a result, several vertical farming companies have been forced to reduce the number of employees or halt expansion plans. Unfortunately, some companies have even gone bankrupt due to the financial strain caused by these economic struggles and inflation. The high costs of energy, labor, and material ..read more

Are you looking for a career in a rapidly growing industry that has the potential to revolutionize the way we produce food? The vertical farming industry may be the perfect fit for you! In this article, we will explore the wide range of job opportunities that are being created within the vertical farming industry, from agricultural scientists and horticulturists to engineers and business professionals. Photo by Pragyan Bezbaruah, License: CC0Vertical Farming Industry is expanding As the vertical farming industry continues to grow and expand, it will create a range of new job opportunities for ..read more

How to power a Vertical Farm? The energy supply for vertical farming facilities is a major challenge, as they require a continuous energy supply to maintain the lighting and air conditioning of the facilities. There are various energy sources that can be considered for the energy supply of vertical farming facilities, such as nuclear energy, renewable energy such as solar and wind energy, and biogas obtained from organic material. Each of these energy sources has its own advantages and disadvantages that must be considered when selecting an energy supply for vertical farming facilities. Below ..read more

What is Vertical Farming? Vertical farming is a method of farming that utilizes multiple levels of growing spaces to produce food. A vertical farm is an agricultural system that produces crops near or above the ground. This type of farming uses less water, land, and energy than traditional methods of agriculture. Some methods of vertical farming include hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics. The transition to indoor farming is where the agricultural sector begins to embrace the idea that indoor farming will be the future. The growth of this type of agricultural system has been attributed to ..read more

Today, it is more difficult than ever for companies to find candidates for positions that need to be filled; competition, price, pressure and employee requirements are increasing all the time. Why should you work at company X when you can work at company Y for better conditions? In this article, you will see 15 employee benefits, which your company can provide to its employees and to motivate and bind them for long term! Money alone does not motivate people in the long term. Studies have shown that performance and motivation do not necessarily improve with higher wages. Employees are therefor ..read more

The title says what this article is about, how do I get a job in a vertical farming company? Many who are considering their future career may have a company in mind where they would like to work. Depending on personal preference, this can be a start-up or already a large company, keeping in mind that the whole industry has only been around for a few years and there are not that many large companies yet. So how do I get a job at the company of my choice? Graduates in the relevant field or from a college or university would try to apply directly to the company, but this is not always the wises ..read more

Grow to feed the world The title says what it’s all about, how do I start my vertical farming business? Vertical farming as an industry has been around for a few years, but there is still a need and every year new startups are created, but some fail after a few years or disappear into insignificance. The world’s population is growing and the demand for food will be greater than ever before. This is why vertical farming has become a popular business idea in recent years. Vertical farming is a process where produce can be grown in a controlled environment so that resources are conserved and les ..read more

Hello Erik, thank you for this interview. Please tell our readers, some about you, how you came up to get a Plant Scientist? What motivated you to get into this work? Hello my name is Erik Denkhaus, I grew up and studied in South Africa and have been working with Agrilution for close to 5 years. I was first drawn to the vertical farming industry during my studies and the research being done into using VF to grow and harvest foreign proteins for, for example, vaccine production. Now it is all about how do we make our food systems more resilient and how does Vertical Farming fit into that pict ..read more