Vertical Farming: Moving from Genetic to Environmental Modification

Abstract

Vertical farming (VF) is a novel plant production system that allows local production of high-quality fruits and vegetables for rapidly growing cities. VF offers a myriad of opportunities to move from genetic to environmental modification and to produce crops of guaranteed quality and quantity independent of weather, soil conditions, or climate change.

Keywords: LED lighting; indoor farming; plant factory; quality fruits and vegetables; smart agriculture.