Two Pick n Pays to get in-store vertical vegetable farms Posted by Anita Froneman on 22 March 2022 Vertical, indoor farming is popular in many countries for its economic use of space, and the ability to grow large volumes of produce in a controlled environment. Now, Pick n Pay Constantia in Cape Town and Pick n Pay On Nicol in Johannesburg will boast their own in-store vertical farms in collaboration with CAN-Agri (Clean Air Nurseries). ‘Our design optimises the use of sunlight, a free and natural energy source to the largest extent possible. LED light is only used as a supplementing light source if needed, keeping energy costs very low,’ said CAN-Agri on Facebook. These stores will have their pick of the crop, so to speak, of organic lettuce and herbs. Vertical farming makes year-round farming possible, and allows for the use of up to 95% less water than traditional farming, according to Mail and Guardian. The farming methods usually include hydroponic systems, which means the plants are not planted in soil but instead in oxygenated, nutrient-rich water. CAN-Agri’s plants are all free of pesticides and the temperature, humidity, UV, and ventilation in which the plants grow are constantly monitored and each grow tower holds up to 80 plants. Picture: Screenshot from video ALSO READ Easy hot cross buns recipe Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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