Rethinking vertical farming to beat the boom-bust cycle.

  • Published In: Farmer's Weekly, 2026. P. 58 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Botha, Lindi 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on CAN-Agri's innovative hybrid vertical and greenhouse farming system in South Africa, which addresses the limitations of traditional vertical farms by reducing energy and labour costs while enabling year-round, high-quality crop production. Topics include using sunlight instead of LED lighting to lower input costs, optimising production through technology and environmental monitoring.

Additional Information

  • Source:Farmer's Weekly. 2026/01, p58
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Power and Energy
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0014-8482
  • Accession Number:191247194

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