African cities, according to a World Bank report, are home to 472-million people — almost half of Africa’s total population. This number is expected to double by 2050.
As the world goes into lockdown as a result of COVID-19, many are fearful about the reliability of food supplies in urban areas. Vertical farming may well be a solution – although not in the immediate short-term.
You wouldn't expect to find a farm in an industrial park.
Study identifies future research areas needed to accelerate growth of vertical farming using aeroponics.