Reading Diagnostic - Vertical Farming

Where might farms of the future be located?

• In the countryside

• In deserts

• Underwater

• In skyscrapers

What is one benefit of vertical farming?

• It take up more space than traditional farming

• It uses more land

• It increases pest problems

• It makes cities more self-reliant

What is a challenge of vertical farming?

• Too much sunlight

• Regulating indoor climate

• Too many insects

• Lack of water

What type of light is efficient for indoor farming?

• LED lights

• Incandescent lights

• Fluorescent lights

• Halogen lights

What is a possible use for crop waste in vertical farms?

• Burn it

• Compost it for energy

• Throw it away

• Use it as animal feed