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Vertical Farming
Stay current with the latest vertical farming news, focusing on innovations, business developments, and sustainability practices within the vertical farming industry. This section provides insights for farmers, tech developers, and investors, covering advancements in crop production, energy efficiency, automation, and market trends that are redefining modern agriculture and urban food systems.
Freight Farms Ceases Operations As Of April 30th
- by Sepehr Achard
- 1st May 2025
Freight Farms ceased operations on April 30, 2025, discontinuing services and support after 13 years in container-based vertical farming.
Kirk Taylor on Vertical Farming, Community Impact, and Repurposing Industrial Land
- by Sepehr Achard
- 22nd March 2025
Kirk Taylor outlines Land Betterment’s mission to revitalize post-industrial regions through housing and vertical farming.
Verde Compacto Introduces Vertical Farm at Estadio Akron
- by Sepehr Achard
- 19th March 2025
Verde Compacto, in partnership with Chivas and Revive It Sustainability Office, has installed its HUVSTER inside Estadio Akron.
Rosen Systems to Auction Vertical Farming Equipment from Bowery Farming
- by Sepehr Achard
- 11th March 2025
Rosen Systems is hosting an online auction for Bowery Farming Assets closing Tuesday, March 25th at 10 AM. The sale features vertical farming systems, produce packaging equipment, and lots more! Visit our website to see all items and place your bids!
Dickson Despommier, Visionary of Vertical Farming, Passes Away
- by Sepehr Achard
- 12th February 2025
Dickson Despommier, a microbiologist, ecologist, and considered by many as the father of modern vertical farming, has passed away
Mowreq Vertical Farming Facility in Riyadh Completed
- by Sepehr Achard
- 3rd February 2025
Mowreq completed its largest indoor vertical farming project in Riyadh, marking a milestone for the country according to Al-Fadli.
Valoya Introduces LL-CV Series for Vertical Farming and Plant Research
- by Sepehr Achard
- 27th January 2025
Valoya launches the LL-CV Series, a modern lighting solution for vertical farming, tissue culture, and plant research.
5 Vertical Farming Companies in 2024: Key Developments
- by Sepehr Achard
- 23rd December 2024
Vertical Farming Companies focused on expanding global operations and diversifying crops, with a shift towards high-value produce.
Intelligent Growth Solutions & Empire State Greenhouses Announce Carbon-Negative “GigaFarm” in New York
- by Sepehr Achard
- 17th December 2024
Empire State Greenhouses & Intelligent Growth Solutions to construct a 385,000 sqft, carbon-negative “GigaFarm” in Cobleskill, New York.