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“ The goal is to make this urban farm a globally-recognised model for responsible production , with nutrients used in organic farming and quality products grown in rhythm with nature ’ s cycles , all in the heart of Paris ,” the company said in a statement . The farm will grow more than 1,000 fruits and vegetables a day when in season .
Whatever shape the future of urban agriculture takes , it may be one of humanity ’ s best shots at overcoming the challenges of the coming decades .
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“ DIVIDING THE WORK AMONG A NEIGHBOURHOOD OR EVEN A BLOCK OF FLATS COULD MAKE FOR SELF- CONTAINED FARMING COMMUNITIES IN THE CITY THAT ARE FREE FROM DEPENDING ON IMPORTED , EXPENSIVE PRODUCE . ”
FEBRUARY 2020