Vertical Farming: Way for Urban Food Security
Vaishnavi., Udaykumar, M. S., Manojkumar Patil, Suman, L.
International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · pp. 529–539 · Published 13 Jul 2024
10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i74290Abstract
Agriculture plays a vital role in supporting the world's population, but it faces challenges like declining water availability and ecological problems caused by concentrated traditional farming. As cities grow and demand for food rises, there is a need for new agricultural methods. Vertical farming is an emerging technology that offers a promising solution to the challenges of global food security. Its controlled conditions eliminate the need for excessive fertilizers and pesticides, resulting in significantly increased yields compared to conventional farming. As the world's population continues to grow and urbanization increases, the demand for food in cities rises, making smart urban-vertical farming an attractive option. The technology's efficiency in land and water usage, along with reduced transportation and storage costs, enhances its economic viability. Moreover, regions facing threats from soil degradation and water scarcity, can benefit from vertical farming's potential water savings of up to 95 per cent and land productivity twice as high as traditional agriculture. The global vertical farming market is projected to grow, offering a promising tool for sustainable food production and resilient urban environments. Vertical farming presents a novel approach to address the challenges of food production and sustainability in the coming decades, fostering a balanced coexistence with nature while meeting the needs of a growing global population. By embracing vertical farming alongside other sustainable agricultural practices, can meet the global food security in future.
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