The rise of vertical farms: could indoor plant factories be the norm in 10 years?

The UK is leading the way in vertical farming, a more sustainable way to grow herbs, salads and soft fruits year-roundBehind an airtight door, inside a warehouse 10 minutes walk from Bristol city centre, shelves of vibrant chives sprout enthusiastically towards a sky of multicoloured LEDs. The air they are transpiring smells earthy, despite the absence of soil, while a mechanical hum provides a soothing substitute for birdsong.Welcome to the future of farming, where herbs, salads and soft fruits are grown year-round, in vast, indoor plant factories. Continue reading...