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The article “Elevating Agriculture: The Rise of Vertical Farming in Urban Landscapes”<\/em> by Dr. Raihana Ridzuan and Mr. Mohd Farid Ismail in the FRESH Newsletter April Edition 2024<\/strong> explores the transformative potential of vertical farming in addressing urban food security and environmental sustainability. Vertical farming, a form of controlled environment agriculture using hydroponics, maximizes limited urban space and resources by growing crops in vertically stacked layers.<\/p>\n Aligned with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)<\/strong>, the system ensures year-round food production, while SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)<\/strong> is reflected in its contribution to local food access and resilient urban ecosystems. Additionally, vertical farming supports SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)<\/strong> and SDG 13 (Climate Action)<\/strong> through reduced environmental impact, minimal pesticide use, and water-efficient cultivation. Despite challenges like high initial costs and energy demands, the article highlights how innovation and technology integration can propel vertical farming as a sustainable model for future urban agriculture.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcda Reference<\/strong><\/p>\n Ridzuan, R., & Ismail, M. F. (2024). Elevating agriculture: The rise of vertical farming in urban landscapes. FRESH Newsletter, April Edition<\/em>, (01\/2024), 17\u201320.<\/p>\n
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