Long Read: The Influence of Different Light Wavelengths on Plant Growth
The technology of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) is fast developing and is increasingly recognised as an important component of future food production.
Category: Plant physiology
Plant physiology is a core factor in CEA, because every decision in an indoor farm ultimately influences how plants grow and respond to managed environmental cues. This section introduces the major physiological processes that shape growth and quality in enclosed systems and highlights why an understanding of these processes is essential for growers who want consistent performance across different crops and technologies.
Emerging Crops for CEA and Indoor Farming
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) has largely been associated with leafy greens, herbs, and microgreens: crops that deliver rapid turnover, predictable yields, and
Plant Breeding and Genomics in Indoor Farming
Plant breeding and genomic selection of crops for indoor farming is rapidly becoming a core objective in the evolution of controlled environment
What Traits Make a Crop Ideal for Vertical Farming?
Optimised crop traits for CEA production are increasingly important as vertical farming moves from niche innovation towards a mainstream contributor to modern
The Challenge and Paradox of Seed Supply for Indoor Farms
In Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), every harvest begins with seed, yet the demands of indoor farming expose a profound inefficiency: many systems,
Managing Seed Supply for Indoor Farms
The success of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) depends not only on advanced infrastructure, energy systems, and management strategies, but also on something
Genetically Modified Crops in Controlled Environment Agriculture
The potential of genetic modification of crop plants for CEA and vertical farming lies in its ability to align plant traits with
Plant Breeding Objectives for CEA and Vertical Farming
Plant breeding goals for vertical farming are distinct from those developed for conventional agriculture. Traditional breeding has historically prioritised yield, pest resistance,
Future Crops for Indoor Plant Production and Vertical Farming
The idea of emerging crops in vertical farming is no longer limited to leafy greens and herbs; researchers, entrepreneurs, and policy-makers are
Using Stress to Produce Novel Plant Morphologies in Indoor Farming
In nature, plant morphology is not a fixed outcome, it is a highly plastic and variable response shaped by environmental variables. In
Secondary Metabolites Production in Controlled Environment Agriculture
Secondary metabolites are organic compounds produced by plants and other organisms that are not essential for normal growth, development, or reproduction but
Using Plant Stress for the Production of Novel Compounds in CEA
Using stress to initiate the production of novel compounds in plants has become a subject of significant interest within Controlled Environment Agriculture