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Space Farming

Discover the latest in space farming news, exploring the groundbreaking advancements in growing food beyond Earth. This section provides updates for researchers, scientists, and enthusiasts, covering innovations in zero-gravity agriculture, hydroponics, plant biology, and sustainability practices designed for space missions. Stay informed on how space farming is paving the way for future interplanetary agriculture and life support systems.

Five varieties of Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) heirloom seeds traveled to the International Space Station (ISS), marking the first time Native American heirloom seeds have flown to space.
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Choctaw Heirloom Seeds Complete Space Journey, Inspire STEM Learning

Five varieties of Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) heirloom seeds traveled to the International Space Station (ISS), marking the first time Native American heirloom seeds have flown to space.

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NASA has conducted multiple experiments focusing on plant growth in space, aimed at supporting long-term space missions and providing sustainable food sources for astronauts.
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NASA Efforts in Space Agriculture: A Recap

NASA has conducted multiple experiments focusing on space agriculture, aimed at supporting long-term space missions and providing sustainable food sources for astronauts.

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Interstellar Lab and the Antoine de Saint Exupéry Youth Foundation have partnered on Mission Little Prince, which aims to grow roses on the Moon.
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Mission Little Prince: Growing Roses on the Moon

Interstellar Lab and the Antoine de Saint Exupéry Youth Foundation have partnered on Mission Little Prince, which aims to grow roses on the Moon.

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Maia Farms and Ecoation clinch the grand prize in the NASA and Canadian Space Agency's Deep Space Food Challenge
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Maia Farms Latest News: Secures Over $2M in Funding to Advance Mycelium-Based Protein Solutions

Maia Farms completes a Pre-Seed funding round, raising over $2 million through private capital and matching grants.

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Researchers at UF have successfully grown second-generation plants from seeds previously cultivated on the International Space Station
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UF/IFAS Plant Experiment Returns From ISS

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  • 12th February 2024

Key Takeaways Second-Generation Space-Grown Plants: Researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) have successfully grown Arabidopsis thaliana plants from seeds that were previously grown on […]

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Leone Ermes Romano et al. studied the impact of varied gravitational conditions on water lentils to assess its viability as a space crop
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Water Lentils: Study Assesses Their Viability As A Space Crop

Key Takeaways Leone Ermes Romano et al. (2024) studied the impact of varied gravitational conditions on Wolffia globosa (water lentils) to assess its viability as a space crop. This research […]

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Cotton is a vital commodity, essential in various products but challenging to grow sustainably. Now the ISS is cultivating it in Space.
Space Farming

Cotton in Space: Unlocking the Secrets to Crop Resilience

Key Takeaways Critical Commodity: Cotton is a vital agricultural commodity, essential in various products but challenging to grow sustainably. Space-Based Research: University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers used the ISS National Laboratory […]

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GreenOnyx's Wanna Greens®, a nutrient-rich duckweed, launched to the ISS on SpaceX, pioneering sustainable space food sources.
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Wanna Greens®, the First Duckweed on SpaceX

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  • 14th November 2023

Israeli agro-tech manufacturer GreenOnyx has achieved a significant milestone in space exploration and agriculture technology. Its flagship product, Wanna Greens®, is the first duckweed plant sent to space.  Key Takeaways  […]

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From California to NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Aubrie O'Rourke drives space crop innovation for future missions.
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Aubrie O’Rourke’s Journey in Space Crop Production

The journey of Aubrie O’Rourke‘s career is a testament to the power of passion, adaptability, and a thirst for exploration. From the serene landscapes of California to the vibrant cultures […]

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Space Controlled Environment Agriculture: The Future of Sustainable Food Production. Indoor Farming; Vertical Farming
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Space Controlled Environment Agriculture: The Future of Sustainable Food Production

According to a recent study by Wright et al., 2023, the future of food production may lie beyond our planet. The research emphasizes the growing significance of terrestrial controlled environment […]

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