This week AVF spoke with Martin Balaz CEO & Founder of ambitas. “Our goal is to build technologically advanced, self-sufficient vertical farms that allow people to fully benefit from high quality, healthy, locally grown food in a very sustainable way.” Who is ambitas? We specialize in engineering revolutionary vertical farms, which
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Innovating Urban Agriculture: Insights from the AVF Roundtable in Vienna
Introduction In recent years, vertical farming (VF) has continued to evolve within the wider food system. It offers the possibility of year-round and locally grown produce in urban environments. Vertical farming possibilities continue to bubble up, revolutionizing how we think about food production. Promoting collaboration between experts is essential for
Revolutionizing Agriculture: Veles Farming Leads the Way in Vertical Farming Saffron Cultivation
Introduction Nestled in the heart of Europe, Slovakia’s Veles Farming is at the forefront of an agricultural revolution. Driven by a commitment to sustainability, technological innovation, and market exploration, this pioneering company is committed to redefining saffron cultivation through vertical farming. The farm facility currently manages 115,000 saffron bulbs. It
AGronomic IQ has released its latest white paper, ‘The ROI of Hot Gas Reheat in Vertical Farming.’
AGronomic IQ has released its latest white paper, ‘The ROI of Hot Gas Reheat in Vertical Farming.’ In this informative read, Agronomic IQ addresses the financial impact of HVAC equipment on ROI. For all vertical farmers, finding ways to improve ROI is crucial. The white paper examines how incorporating hot
FarmAnywhere Introduces New Financing Program to Bring Container Farms to All
Innovative urban agriculture company, FarmAnywhere, now makes sustainable farming more accessible with flexible financial solutions. Container Farm Leasing and Financing Program In a bold move to democratize urban agriculture, FarmAnywhere has announced the launch of its new leasing and financing programs, designed to make its advanced vertical farming technology available
Welcom to AVF – Vacuum Wood Tech
“Our mission is to become the preferred solution for green construction. We want to enable carbon-neutral and weather-resistant construction in all environments and climates.” – Pasi Herranen, Founder & CTO of Vacuum Insulation Solutions Oy. VacuumWood.tech is a green construction technology spin-off company from Aalto University, Helsinki, Finland. The company
AVF Announces New Board for ’24 & ’25
Feb 3rd Munich, Germany The Association for Vertical Farming (AVF) is proud to announce its board of directors for 2024, signifying a pivotal moment for leadership and innovation within the vertical farming industry. The AVF annual general meeting, held on February 3, 2024, marks the beginning of a transformative phase
Dexion – Where Plant Parenthood Meets Precision Manufacturing!
“We’re not farmers, but we are experts at designing, engineering and manufacturing storage solutions that optimise available space use.” Vasilică Turturică. Dexions’ technology enables us to provide flexible and efficient solutions – from designing in 3D CAD to Finite Element Analysis and structural testing, ensuring robust and durable products for
NASA data and expertise helps controlled environment agriculture reach new heights
Originally published 01/29/2024 IntraVision Group is using NASA plant-growth research to take vertical farming to new heights. Twenty- and 30-foot towers of hydroponic trays include customized LED lighting, nutrients, water filtration, air flow, and C02 levels to meet crop needs. It’ll be years before astronauts living beyond the reach of
Q&A with our new member Agronomic IQ!
“It takes a village to raise a child is a good metaphor for this industry, as many critical elements are required to design, build, and operate a thriving vertical farm or greenhouse. We seek long-term partnerships with other like-minded businesses focusing on over-serving the customer to ensure their success. The better