The vertical greenhouse. A concept of future agriculture
2023
Tachopoulos, Dimitrios | Psomas, Dimitrios | Mavridou, Irene | Papantoniou, Spyridon | Martzopoulou, Anastasia
This paper provides a comprehensive overview of vertical greenhouses highlighting the importance of vertical greenhouses today, their advantages and disadvantages, their construction technology, the types of crops that can be grown in a vertical greenhouse, the challenges, and limitations they face and their main construction details. An analysis of their future use in agriculture is also referred. The main advantages of vertical farming or vertical greenhouses are a) Efficient use of space b) Increased crop yield, c) Reduced water use, d) Protection from pests and diseases, e) Energy efficiency. The design and construction of vertical greenhouses involves careful consideration of construction materials, lighting and ventilation systems, irrigation and nutrient supply systems for vertical cultivation, and automation and control systems. Vertical greenhouses face challenges and limitations that must be carefully considered. High initial investment costs, technical complexity, limited crop diversity, dependence on artificial light and climate control, and the need for skilled labor and specialized knowledge are key factors that can affect the successful operation of vertical farming. However, with advances in technology, continued research and increased awareness, these challenges can be overcome, leading to more efficient sustainable and diverse crop production in vertical farming systems.
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Publisher University of Belgrade, Faculty of Agriculture, Belgrade, Serbia
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