Vertical farming takes on in the United Arab Emirates

Published 2023년 3월 20일

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A new vertical farm in Abu Dhabi, covering 6,039m2, has been opened in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), adding to the 27,871m2 farm in Dubai already in operation. The farm is dedicated to research and development, with a focus on testing different crops, especially tomatoes and peppers. Vertical farming is ideal for the UAE's arid climate, as it produces more food per square meter and uses less water than traditional farming. Despite the high initial investment and energy costs, the farm is expected to provide a harvest cycle three times faster and meet the demand for locally grown fresh produce, thereby reducing the country's dependence on imports and contributing to food security.

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Producing more food per square meter and using less water than traditional farming methods, vertical farming appears to be well suited to the UAE's arid climate. Local media are reporting that, following the commissioning of a 27,871m2 vertical farm in Dubai last year, a new 6,039m2 vertical farm in Abu Dhabi has opened its doors. Dedicated to research and development, through the improvement of genetics and seedling quality, the farm is expected to test different crops, especially tomatoes and peppers. Vertical farming requires large investments in infrastructure and technology, as well as in energy inputs (lighting, cooling, heating), however thanks to this type of cultivation it is possible to obtain a harvest cycle three times higher ...

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