ABOUT hydroponics
Vertical farming is the practice of growing crops using soilless farming techniques such as hydroponics, aquaponics, and aeroponics in vertically stacked layers. It often incorporates controlled-environment agriculture, which aims to optimise plant growth with nutrients, lighting and pH. Vertical farming is perfect for high density living areas or to save space.
BENEFITS OF vertical FARMING
Learn more about VERTICAL GARDENS
Hydroponics is simply described as growing plants without soil. Hydroponics allows you to control more of the variables including pH levels, lighting and nutrients for optimal plant growth and produce yields. Water is the main method of delivering the nutrients to the plant’s roots, combined with growing media to help support the plant. Hydroponically grown plants dip their roots directly into nutrient-rich solutions, so plants get more of what they need much faster and easier. Hydroponic farming can be used in locations where soil conditions are too poor to support farming, or where space is limited. It can be done anytime and anywhere!
ABOUT vertical farming
GRANTS & FUNDING
The Australian and state Governments provide a range of grants and funding opportunities that your school might be eligible to access. Below are some options that Urban Green Farms can assist with:
Projects that reduce, reuse and recycle water to lower water consumption and drive a resilient water future through implementation of water-saving technologies, devices, appliances and systems.
Your school can apply for funding of up to $20,000 through The School Impact Program, for projects and programs that will help Students and Educators Thrive.
Closes 30th June 2026
This whole-school healthy eating initiative aims to increase opportunities for Queensland primary school children to learn about and eat more vegetables and fruit.
2026 Round opens 4th August 2026
Recognises and celebrates the gardening achievements of students and their Victorian school communities in existing and newly established gardens.
The Capital Works Fund supports priority building projects to improve the learning environment, condition or character of Victorian schools.
2026 Round open 3rd June
Life Ed and Healthy Harold are teaming up to help kids grow edible plants, learn healthy habits, and create thriving classroom gardens.
Closes 30th June
Supports local initiatives that strengthen community wellbeing, equity, education and environmental sustainability across our area of operations.