Vertical Farming Blog
Farming has been a fundamental part of human civilization for thousands of years. This blog explores the key developments and innovations that have shaped agriculture into what it is today.
Choosing the Best Grow Lights for Your Container Farm
Choosing the right grow lights is crucial to ensure your plants get the light they need to grow and produce a bountiful harvest. Here's how to pick the best hydroponic grow lights for your container farm.
How Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) Hydroponic Systems Work
Are you tired of the hassles and limitations of traditional gardening methods? Consider hydroponics if you’re looking for a smarter way to grow your plants. It’s a soil-free method of …
The Economics of Container Farms
Hydroponic containers are a new face in the agriculture industry. Here, we discuss the problems in traditional agriculture and how hydroponic container farms can help growers adapt to an ever-changing industry.
What Is Controlled Environment Agriculture?
Controlled Environment Agriculture has revolutionized how we grow crops. In this blog, we explore the benefits and challenges of CEA and how it will shape the future of food production.
Hydroponics: The Future of School Gardens
School gardens played an important role in American history. Here, we discuss how school gardens emerged during the 20th Century, and how they've evolved in the new millennium.
Best Microgreens to Grow in a Container Farm
Microgreens are seedlings of vegetables or herbs that can be eaten after germinating. They grow at a rapid rate, typically less than two weeks from seed to harvest. Here are 10 of our favorites to grow in a container farm.
Advantages of Hydroponic Farming
Hydroponic systems grow nutrient-rich produce with soil-less, water-based farming processes, giving it an advantage over traditional field farming. Below, we outline 10 key benefits of hydroponic farming.
Greenhouses and container farms are two of the most popular indoor farming methods. But which one is right for you? In this blog, we discuss the pros and cons of each.
Benefits of Buying Locally Grown Food
The demand for local food is rising. But why is locally grown food important for our health, community and the environment? In this post, we highlight 10 key benefits of locally grown food.
20 Reasons to Start Container Farming Right Now
There's no better time than the present to get into container farming. Need proof that the time is right? Well, here you go. In this post, we outline 20 reasons why you should start container farming this year.
What is Vertical Farming?
Vertical farming uses soilless farming techniques like hydroponics, aquaponics and aeroponics. Here, we explain what vertical farming is, why it’s a growing interest and trend, and why now is a great time to start your own vertical farm.