Crops that grow in the dark

Clever Dick on October 28, 2025 at 2:02 pm

Idea: Crops that grow in the dark

Link: https://gizmodo.com/scientists-grow-crops-...

Scientists have discovered a method for growing crops in complete darkness.

Just a moment...

Link: https://gizmodo.com/scientists-g

green fingers on October 28, 2025 at 12:23 pm

Idea: Crops that grow in the dark

Link: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environ...

Yeast, algae, and mushrooms are among the top crops that can grow without sunlight for photosynthesis.

Can food crops grow in the dark? Scientists are working out how.

Link: https://www.nationalgeographic.c

Experiments suggest that it might become possible to nourish plants without photosynthesis—a tool that could one day help feed astronauts and a crowded planet.

Ashena Smith on October 28, 2025 at 10:32 am

Idea: Crops that grow in the dark

Link: https://www.growveg.com/guides/grow-in-the...

Several crops, primarily vegetables, can already grow without sunlight.

Grow in the Dark: Crops That Don't Need Light

Link: https://www.growveg.com/guides/g

Some plants can be persuaded to produce a new crop in the dark, a process known as 'forcing'. Although it sounds technical it is not as tricky as you might expect and can yield impressive results at a time when fresh produce is scarce...

sunnyjim on October 28, 2025 at 9:04 am

Idea: Crops that grow in the dark

Link: https://www.dw.com/en/growing-food-in-the-...

Food crops that thrive in darkness can lead to efficient farming, significantly enhancing global food security.

Growing food in the dark – DW – 02/14/2025

Link: https://www.dw.com/en/growing-fo

Scientists in the US have found a way to grow plants in complete darkness. Could this be the future of farming, reducing land use and environmental impact? Or will traditional agriculture remain irreplaceable?

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