Vertical farming could save land and reduce climate change impact of growing crops, researchers reveal. A vertical farm's climate change impact can be reduced by using renewable energy. A vertical farm’s climate change impact can be reduced by using renewable energy. A new study from the University of Surrey and the University of Aberdeen has revealed that vertical farming methods could help reduce the overall impact of farming on the environment.

Fresh Direct has doubled down on its backing for vertical farming by partnering with a third British business in the shape of GrowUp Farms.

The foodservice supplier noted that all of its vertical farming partners are British and cover a wide range of herbs, salad and baby leaves, providing year-round access to the crops.