Vertical Farming and Urban Agriculture

The video discusses the rise of vertical farming, where crops are grown in warehouses instead of fields. This method uses significantly less water and no pesticides, making it a sustainable alternative as climate change affects traditional farming. The video highlights a large vertical farming complex in Calgary and its sister facility in Montreal, which will be the largest in Canada. It also explores urban farming initiatives, such as converting vacant office spaces into farms, and the potential benefits of having local produce grown in urban areas. However, it acknowledges the limitations of vertical farming, as some crops still need to be grown traditionally.

What is the expected annual output of leafy greens from the new vertical farming complex in Calgary?

• 1 million pounds

• 2 million pounds

• 3 million pounds

• 4 million pounds

Which city will have a sister facility to the vertical farming complex in Calgary?

• Montreal

• Ottawa

• Vancouver

• Toronto

What percentage of water does vertical farming use compared to open field farming?

• 10%

• 5%

• 20%

• 15%

Which of the following is NOT used in vertical farming?

• All of the above

• Pesticides

• Herbicides

• Fungicides

What is one of the main reasons experts believe vertical farming will become necessary?

• Rising food prices

• Climate change

• Urbanization

• Technological advancements

Which state is mentioned as having insufficient water for traditional farming?

• Texas

• Florida

• California

• New York

Where is the new vertical farming operation in Calgary located?

• At the base of the Calgary Tower

• In the suburbs

• Near the airport

• Next to a shopping mall

What types of produce are planned to be grown in the new vertical farming operation?

• Only root vegetables

• Only leafy greens

• A variety of vegetables and herbs

• Only fruits

What is one of the benefits of moving farms from the country to the city?

• Increased land prices

• Reduced transportation costs

• More traffic congestion

• Higher pollution levels

Which crops are mentioned as still needing to be grown traditionally?

• Potatoes, wheat, and rice

• Tomatoes

• Herbs

• Leafy greens