Making vertical farming viable

摘要

Control Engineering UK looks at the role that machine control has played in helping make vertical farming a commercially viable option. Vertical farming is a technique which involves growing crops in trays, stacked vertically. The technique can offer many benefits. It uses less water, pesticides, fertiliser and has lower labour costs than traditional farming methods. Food can also be grown closer to the point of use, in urban settings, or areas not normally suitable for agriculture.