Berlin Farms GMBH

berlin farms gmbh specializes in urban farming solutions. it was founded in berlin in 2022, with the mission to increase the availability of nutrient-rich crops grown locally and sustainably in urban environments. our founders met as colleagues at smart soil technologies gmbh, where they developed a shared fascination for indoor vertical farming (ivf). through first-hand experience greens and exotics in indoor vertical systems, they began seeing ivf as a major future source of locally grown crops in a world marked by shrinking arable land. but ivf still needs to overcome some limitations if it is to become a beacon of sustainable and efficient crop production. ivfs’ reliance on artificial lighting makes them dependent on fluctuating energy prices that can cause powerful shocks in times of crisis, while the extensive use of chemical fertilizers for plant growth often leads to sustainability and efficiency problems. we founded berlin farms because we want ivf to flourish into a truly s