Urban Vertical Farming: A Review

Sharma, Swayam; Dhanda, Namrata; Verma, Ram U.

doi:10.1109/confluence56041.2023.10048883

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“…This issue is effectively addressed by using alternate cultivation mediums in different vertical farming setups. Three types of soilless vertical farming setups are practiced to facilitate cultivation without soil: aeroponics, hydroponics, and aquaponics [4]. These farming methods resolve the issue of decreasing availability of cultivatable land, by eliminating the dependency on soil as the cultivation medium.…”

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Comparative Growth Analysis of Onion in Deep Water Culture and Soil Based Systems: Enhancing Medicinal Plant Cultivation in Urbanized Environments

Dutta,

Gupta,

Juneja

et al. 2024

IEEE Access

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Medicinal plants play a vital role in treating human and livestock ailments. A majority of the population living across the world relies on medicinal plants as a primary source of healthcare. The rural as well as the urban habitats depend on medicinal plants. Medicinal plants may be of root type or shoot type. Onion is one of the root types of medicinal plants that has abundant health benefits as well as economic value. Due to increasing urbanization, the availability of agricultural land is decreasing rapidly which is causing an increase in the demand for medicinal plants in a reduced cultivation area. This has led to the cultivation of soilless smart precision farming methods. Sensors are used to monitor and control the environmental factors affecting the growth and yield of agricultural produce. Among all the vertical farming methods, hydroponics is found to be the best way for cultivating herbaceous plants. This article deals with the comparison of growth responses of hydroponically grown onion (Allium cepa) in a Deep-Water Culture (DWC) setup, as compared to that cultivated in soil. A systematic literature survey of onion grown in a hydroponic cultivation system is carried out. Finally, the growth responses of hydroponic and soil-grown onions are checked and compared with the results obtained from the 'AquaCrop' simulator. Results of the actual and simulator are verified and validated, and it is found that the actual and the simulation results are similar.INDEX TERMS hydroponics, medicinal plants, onion (Allium cepa), smart precision farming methods, urbanization.

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Comparative Growth Analysis of Onion in Deep Water Culture and Soil Based Systems: Enhancing Medicinal Plant Cultivation in Urbanized Environments

Dutta,

Gupta,

Juneja

et al. 2024

IEEE Access

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“…Traditional fruit farming practices are increasingly unable to keep pace with these growing needs, necessitating a transformation in how we cultivate and harvest these vital crops. This is where cutting-edge farming technologies come into play, offering innovative solutions to not only meet but also exceed the rising global demand for fruits [1][2][3][4][5].…”

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Revolutionizing Fruit Agriculture of Cutting Edge Farming Technologies to Growing Food Demands Globally

Homeshvari,

Hrahsel,

Kanaka

et al. 2024

IJECC

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Exploration of the transformation of fruit agriculture in response to increasing global food demands and environmental challenges. It highlights the integration of cutting-edge technologies like precision agriculture, automated harvesting systems, genetic engineering, drones, vertical farming, and blockchain in revolutionizing fruit farming. These innovations aim to enhance yield, sustainability, and resilience against climate change while addressing constraints such as limited arable land, water scarcity, and labor shortages. However, challenges like high technology costs, the need for skilled labor, and concerns over the long-term impacts of genetically modified fruits are discussed and emphasizes the need for policy support, research and development investment, and collaboration among tech companies, agricultural experts, and governments to make these technologies accessible and sustainable. The ultimate goal is to balance innovation with sustainability, ensuring a future where nutritious and environmentally sustainable food is available to all. In the face of escalating global food demands and the challenges posed by climate change, the agricultural sector, specifically fruit cultivation, is undergoing a significant transformation. This paper explores the revolutionary impact of cutting-edge farming technologies on fruit agriculture to meet the growing food requirements worldwide. We delve into the latest advancements in agricultural technology, including precision agriculture, drone technology, genetic modification, and sustainable farming practices, and assess their contributions to enhancing productivity, sustainability, and resilience in fruit farming. Precision agriculture, characterized by the use of sensors, GPS, and big data analytics, enables farmers to optimize conditions for each plant, dramatically increasing yield and reducing resource waste. Drone technology, on the other hand, offers efficient solutions for crop monitoring, spraying, and even pollination. The role of genetic modification in developing fruit varieties that are more resistant to pests, diseases, and extreme weather conditions is also examined, highlighting its potential to significantly bolster global fruit production. Furthermore, we discuss sustainable practices like integrated pest management and organic farming, which not only protect environmental health but also cater to the growing consumer demand for organic produce. This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of how these innovative technologies and practices can revolutionize fruit agriculture, making it more efficient, sustainable, and capable of satisfying the burgeoning global demand for food. Through this exploration, we aim to provide insights into the future direction of agricultural practices, emphasizing the need for technological integration in the path to achieving food security and environmental sustainability.

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