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Vertical farming as a strategy to combat climate change

Vertical farming is the practise of growing crops in layers that are stacked vertically, frequently inside of climate-controlled spaces. This cutting-edge strategy makes use of cutting-edge technologies like:


 * 1) hydroponics is a method of growing plants that does not require the use of soil. where the roots are submerged in nutrient-rich water, providing plants with essential nutrients
 * 2) Aeroponics: A method of growing plants in an air or mist environment without soil or water, where the roots are suspended in the air and sprayed with nutrient-rich mist.
 * 3) Aquaponics: A technique for growing plants and fish(s) simultaneously in a created ecosystem that circulates nutrients from fish excrement to the plants.

Vertical farming is a viable method for reducing climate change because it has a number of benefits. These consist of: -


 * 1) Efficient Land usage: By growing crops in vertical stacks, vertical farms maximise land usage and eliminate the need for large tracts of farmland.
 * 2) - Water Conservation: The precise water management possible in vertical farms' controlled conditions results in significant water savings.
 * 3) Less Pesticide Use: Growing crops indoors reduces the need for pesticides and herbicides, supporting more environmentally friendly agriculture methods.
 * 4) Year-Round Crop Production: Regardless of seasonal differences, vertical farms offer a steady and dependable supply of fresh produce.
 * 5) Reduced Transportation Emissions: product cultivated close to metropolitan areas has a lower carbon footprint than product transported far distances.