Plantagon moves food and food production into the city by implementing technical solutions into existing city infrastructure. In practical terms that means using existing assets and real estate with lower need for capital investments. Plantagon uses turnkey symbiotic solutions to develop large industrial food production systems. These systems turn excess heat, biomass and even CO2 emissions into assets for local food production.

AeroFarms is the commercial leader in indoor farming. We grow without sun or soil in a fully-controlled indoor environment. We have optimized our patented aeroponic growing system for faster harvest cycles, predictable results, superior food safety and less environmental impact.

Urban farming is not only possible, it is crucial. But it can't be like the farming techniques of yore. Homaro Cantu

Our pilot project is an example of a first generation indoor vertical farm that utilises the technologies of hydroponics and controlled environment agriculture. With this system we are able to produce 100 kg of nutrient dense leafy greens every month without the use of pesticides and with minimal environmental impact.To date we have trailed over 50 crop varieties and sold our product to over 60 customers.

Despite the domination of large-scale farming for export in the Netherlands, urban agriculture is growing in popularity. The reasons for this have not yet been studied systematically, but growing dissatisfaction with the conventional food system plays a part. This article looks at different strategies adopted by urban farmers and considers the implications of urban agriculture for public planning.

Our vision is a City of Tshwane that in 2055 is liveable, resilient and inclusive whose citizens enjoy a high quality of life, have access to social, economic and enhanced political freedoms and where citizens are partners in the development of the African Capital City of excellence. Tshwane Vision 2055 is about our future Capital City; it is about your future Capital City.