2020

Hydroponic lettuces that are grown in high densities and being mechanically harvested, create a whole new look on producing, processing and consuming these lovely leafy greens. Even though, the growing surface of this cultivation method is still limited globally, it is definitely an investment for the future.

Together with corporate and academic partners, BASF Vegetable Seeds is making progress in the application of autonomous growing concepts. The company has already applied the concept to seed production, cultivation of a tomato variety and the screening of hydroponic lettuce varieties. A new project for cucumber is underway.