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"Tweeting Growers"
Top 5 - yesterday
- How growers are future-proofing with flexibility and innovation
- Philippines: Pampanga farmers urged to switch to in demand, high-value crops
- Research as a Service at a fraction of the cost revealed at Indoor Ag-Con 2023
- Next-gen vertical farming, sensors and energy generation showcased to US Midwest State Legislators
- Floating farms are transforming life on India’s waterways
Top 5 - last week
Top 5 - last month
- Red dwarf tomatoes are thriving in space
- Italy: "Same productivity, but without the energy costs from artificial lighting"
- What happened with vertical farming and how can we fix it?
- Step aside, leafy greens – it’s high-value crops only in these space-bound pods
- How to buy quality grow lights and get the amount of light needed
Home growing devices
"A viable option for research- or commercial growing trials"
"Young professionals are eager to get involved in such a new and exciting sector, with a desire to contribute to a sustainable world. However, what we are currently lacking is the necessary education in place to facilitate the passion we have seen," says Greg Short, CEO of Fyto Ltd, a modular farm unit…
NL: Five elementary school add growing towers to their portfolio
At the initiative of the 'Learning to Eat Young Groningen' incentive program, five primary schools in the province will start growing vertical with Tower Garden for a year…
US: AeroFarms launches nine 'community farms' providing fresh food for students
AeroFarms announced the expansion of its Community Farm program to bring year-round access to fresh and nutritious leafy greens to local settings like schools, corporate cafeterias, and community centers. This expansion of nine new farms addresses increased demand from customers for small indoor farming…
What is the best way to harvest in an aeroponic system?
When it comes to harvesting vegetables, there are two main methods: whole-head harvesting and cut-and-come-again harvesting. The method you choose will depend on the type of plant you are growing, as well as your personal preferences. Whole-head harvesting involves cutting off the entire head of the…
Babylon Micro-Farms partners with MSC Cruise lines
Growing vertical on a cruise ship
The 6,762-passenger MSC World Europa currently docked in Doha, Qatar, is introducing a new restaurant concept, branded the Chef's Garden Kitchen, which is a Babylon Micro-Farms powered hydroponic garden at sea with herbs, greens and garnishes grown onboard. Alexander Olesen, Babylon Micro-Farms Founder and…
