Database research record2014·Global
The potential of aquaponics for food production in the cities of the future
Ranka Junge, Andreas Graber
Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften digital collection (Zurich University of Applied Sciences)
Urban Farm DB summary
This paper discusses the need for practical tools and a stronger scientific base for sustainable urban farming, noting that visionary schemes often lack current practical application with available technologies. It identifies requirements for urban food production, including high quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness, and suggests innovations in planting, pest control, irrigation, and integration with existing building infrastructures. Aquaponics is presented as having the potential to contribute to all these aspects.