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Catalyst: What are modular farms?

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Plant leaves glow under growing light in modular farm
Catalyst: What are modular farms?

SUBJECTS:  Science

YEARS:  7–8, 9–10


Modular farms are flexible and self-contained systems that allow you to grow herbs and vegetables without the need for soil or sunlight.

What are some advantages of modular farms? What may be some of the disadvantages?



Date of broadcast: 14 Aug 2018


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