The Latest Innovations in Vertical Farming Technology

MARKET ANALYSIS

Fresh Produce Imports & Exports:

UK Horizon Scan

This report presents a horizon scan of the UK’s fresh produce import–export balance, evaluates the potential of VF-amenable crops for import substitution, and considers opportunities for expansion into global markets. The analysis examines the economic, social, and environmental benefits, challenges, and opportunities.

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This report examines the current state-of-the-art for IP in vertically farmed crops, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and plant variety protection. It highlights key trends, notable examples, and the impact of IP on the VF industry.

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VFASt

Intellectual Property

Report

VFAST

Route-to-Market

Roadmap Plan

This roadmap outlines how V-FAST integrates renewable energy storage with VF to deliver cost reductions in energy use, aiming to bring the total cost of VF produce closer to field-grown crops.

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VFAST

EXploitation plan

VFAST

Policy brief

Unlocking the Potential of Co-Located Energy Storage and Vertical Farming

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Strategic path towards commercialisation - a strategic plan for translating VFAST outcomes into products and practice.

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big ideas real impact

Case Studies

Three case studies, developed by RheEnergise as part of VFAST feasibility study, to explore the synergy between renewables and storage across diverse vertical farming models - from high-intensity leafy greens to specialised sapling nurseries.