VERTICAL FARMING INSTALLATION

Vertical farming is  one of the latest trends in the UK looking to solve the issues of food production and increase food security for a growing population. Food is grown indoors, where the conditions can be controlled to mirror the optimal conditions for the harvest. This means crops can be produced all year round, without the barrier of seasons or carbon-footprint-causing air-miles.

Crops are grown on many levels to maximise on available space, allowing the crop farm to be positioned close to urban areas.

There are clear sustainability advantages of vertical farming including low wastage, very low water use, minimal land use and no pesticides, all with predictable yields of high-quality produce.

From a consumer’s perspective, vertical farming offers tastier and fresher products all year round, picked when ripe, grown without pesticides or fungicides, and virtually untouched by human hands. The extreme density of vertical farms allows them to be placed nearer population centres.

The benefits of controlled-environments in vertical farming

Vertical farming environments typically don’t need particulate control in growing areas. However, air-tight envelopes, the supply of services, and tight control over environmental parameters—such as light, temperature and humidity—is all second-nature to cleanroom design and build specialists.

Typical hydroponic growing facilities features:

• Watering systems
• Lighting, including different wavelengths
• Temperature and humidity control
• Zone control
• High room height (3m+) to allow for vertical grow racks

If you’re looking for your next vertical farming venture simply call our team on 0330 222 0304 to discuss your design, consultation, installation or maintenance requirements.