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How Vertical Farming is Bringing Fresh, Year-Round Produce to a Remote Alaskan Community

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How Vertical Farming is Bringing Fresh, Year-Round Produce to a Remote Alaskan Community

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The isolated town of Skagway, Alaska, is overcoming its reliance on winter barge shipments by embracing vertical farming technology. This innovative indoor agriculture initiative is providing the community of 1,000 residents with a reliable, local source of fresh greens even during the coldest months of the year.

The isolated town of Skagway, Alaska, is overcoming its reliance on winter barge shipments by embracing vertical farming technology. This innovative indoor agriculture initiative is providing the community of 1,000 residents with a reliable, local source of fresh greens even during the coldest months of the year.

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