Explaining Vertical Farming and Controlled Environment Agriculture
Vertical farming and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) are reshaping the way food is produced by moving cultivation indoors and upwards. Instead of
Why Do CEA and Vertical Farming Matter?
Understanding the importance of vertical farming in addressing global food and environmental challenges Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and vertical farming are attracting
What is Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)?
Introduction to Controlled Environment Agriculture Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) refers to a broad range of advanced agricultural systems and practices in which
CEA vs Traditional Agriculture: A Comparison with Conventional Agriculture
Introduction: Understanding the Shift The comparison with conventional agriculture lies at the heart of any discussion about Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). As
Overview of Artificial Lighting in CEA
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) relies heavily on precise environmental control to optimise plant growth. Central to this approach is the use of
Food Security and Controlled Environment Agriculture: How can indoor plant production help address a future food crisis?
Understanding the Link: CEA and Food Security Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and food security are increasingly linked in global efforts to address
How Light Influences Crop Growth in Vertical Farms: Understanding photobiology in CEA and vertical farming
Illuminating the Role of Light in Indoor Crop Production In Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and vertical farming, photobiology (the study of how
Calculating Light Metrics: PAR, PPF, PPE, and PPFD
Understanding how to calculate PAR, PPF, PPE, and PPFD in lighting is fundamental to the design and optimisation of any controlled environment
Understanding Daily Light Integral (DLI) and Lighting Strategy
What is Daily Light Integral and Why Does It Matter? The concept of daily light integral (DLI) is foundational to designing effective
The best books on CEA and vertical farming
The Vertical Farm: Feeding the World in the 21st Century – Dr Dickson Despommier A foundational text that popularised the concept of vertical
LED, HPS and Other Lighting Technologies Explained
Understanding the nuances of LED vs HPS and other lighting in vertical farming and CEA systems is central to designing efficient and
Effects of Light Spectrum on Crop Quality and Yield
Understanding the effect of light spectrum on crop production is central to the optimisation of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), particularly within vertical