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🥬 Discover the future of farm-to-table

Head to the Science Museum of Virginia to learn how vertical farming is making fresh, locally-grown food accessible to all.

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Two women are looking at plants growing in a modular, vertical farm.

A new generation of farming is making it easy to grow fresh produce in a safe, reliable, and convenient way.

Photo provided by Babylon Micro-Farms + Science Museum of Virginia

Did you know most food travels hundreds of miles before it reaches your plate? Now, picture a world where farm-fresh produce isn’t hours away — but just steps.

If you love fresh, organic, and sustainable food, mark your calendar for “Sunrise Science: The Next Generation of Vertical Farming” at the Science Museum of Virginia on Friday, Sept. 27.

Starting at 8 a.m., meet Babylon Micro-Farms founder Alexander Olesen and learn how science is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture. During this interactive presentation, attendees will hear about:

  • How vertical micro-farms are sprouting in urban landscapes like Richmond, turning farm-to-table from a trend to a reality where fresh produce is grown just around the corner
  • Why vertical farming not only reduces emissions + conserves water, but also delivers tastier, more nutritious produce

Whether you’re a foodie, a sustainability advocate, or just curious, this talk is sure to grow on you.

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