Urban agriculture means growing crops withing the city. Rooftops offer ample, otherwise unused open space ideal for growing vegetables, making rooftop farming an attractive solution to feed growing urban populations in the future.
The procedure of rooftop farming
- Select a suitable spot on your rooftop
- Select your plants for farming
- Choose pot and pot mixtures
- Prepare the soil
- Plant your selections
- Water the plants as necessary
- Care and management
- Harvest
Key benefits of rooftop farming
- Generate income
- Engaging in low time-consuming work
- Establishing food security
- Environmental sustainability and natural resources
With the pace of urbanization, built-up areas are increasing hence the supply of roof space is also increasing.
Rooftop farming can provide solutions to increased food demand and also can promote a sustainable and viable city.
Local fresh and safe food can be ensured through roof gardens in urban areas. Results show that rooftop farming can support the environment by improving air quality, reducing carbon in the atmosphere, and can benefit society by reducing rainwater management costs.
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