Why 'vertical farming' is not a fix for our food system

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What happened

The Canadian government launched its first National Food Security Strategy in June 2026.

The strategy aims to invest $750 million to increase year-round Canadian production of fruits and vegetables, including on so-called vertical farms.

Key facts

  • The Canadian government launched its first National Food Security Strategy in June 2026.
  • The strategy aims to invest $750 million to increase year-round Canadian production of fruits and vegetables, including on so-called vertical farms.
  • Reported by Phys.org and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:20:07 UTC.

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