Techno-optimism meets harsh realities
Added on 02 April 2024

The bubble bursts, leaving startups reeling. But the problem runs deeper than financial woes; the very essence of vertical farming’s promise faces scrutiny. As lettuce dominates, the industry grapples with scalability, costliness, and the daunting challenge of competing with traditional agriculture.
Bright green techno-optimists love the idea of vertical farming, but vertical farms are failing.
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