Film Lens
The documentary examines innovative agricultural practices in Japan, particularly vertical farming, which allows for year-round vegetable production under controlled conditions. It shows the work of Professor Toyoki Koai, who developed this method in the 1970s, and how advancements in LED technology have made it more viable. The film contrasts this with traditional farming challenges, such as droughts in Brandenburg, illustrating the urgent need for sustainable solutions to food production worldwide.
Additionally, the film addresses the wider effects of climate change on agriculture, with researchers seeking solutions to impending famines. It also touches on the growing interest from wealthy individuals in sustainable investments and the formation of networks aimed at promoting environmental change, showcasing a shift in priorities among the super rich and younger generations alike.
Why Watch
- •Meet Professor Toyoki Koai, the pioneer of vertical farming.
- •Find out how Japan's farming methods adapt to climate challenges.
- •See the impact of LED technology on agricultural productivity.
Did You Know
•Vertical farming can produce 100 times the annual harvest on a single plot of land compared to conventional farming.
•After the Fukushima disaster, interest in new greenhouse technologies surged in Japan.
•Lettuce heads in Japan's vertical farms grow without soil and are free of pesticides.
Perfect For
Sustainable agriculture advocatesClimate change activistsTech enthusiasts in farming