Beating the odds: building diversity and inclusion at LettUs Grow

Diversity and inclusion are two of the most discussed topics in recruitment and HR at the moment - and for good reason. Diversity of thought and life experience fosters collaboration and innovation. It promotes connection, openness and understanding. Having a diverse and inclusive workforce promotes equality and fairness and is ultimately vital to a company’s success.

Yet even with diversity at the epicentre of hiring discussions, statistics still show a lack of representation for minority groups. Historically, individuals from minority backgrounds have been largely underrepresented in business environments, especially in the technology industry.

LettUs GrowLettUs Grow Ltd1 September 2020LettUs Grow News, Announcements, Staff Features

What are the benefits of aeroponics?

Hydroponic growing - you’ve probably heard of it. Hydroponic systems are the most common in vertical farms - you might have seen them in your local urban farm or in the increasingly popular grow-at-home kits you can buy. In this system, plant roots are immersed in a solution of water and nutrients, instead of using soil. However, there are other methods of soilless growing - at LettUs Grow we use aeroponic systems.

So, what is aeroponics? What are the benefits of growing this way instead?

FAQLettUs Grow Ltd17 August 2020Learning, Aeroponics, Vertical Farming, Science behind aeroponics

Space to grow, or grow in space – how vertical farms could be ready to take-off

Vertical farms with their soil-free, computer-controlled environments may sound like sci-fi, but there is a growing environmental and economic case for them, according to new research laying out radical ways of putting food on our plates.

Can aeroponics help potato farmers?

At LettUs Grow, we are keen to explore the different ways that aeroponic technology can benefit farmers and food production. During a work placement through the Eden Project’s degree programmes, intern Catherine conducted experiments looking into how far aeroponics could help potato farmers.

Can we feed the world with salad?

It’s true that vertical farming is not a miracle solution to our global food production issues. There is no one size fits all solution to our agricultural and supply problems.

However, vertical farming and other forms of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) can play a crucial role in diversifying our supply systems and creating a more stable global food network. Here are just a few ways that CEA can help to feed the world.

OpinionLettUs Grow Ltd29 June 2020Learning, Vertical Farming, Opinion, Industry Commentary

Taking aeroponics back to its roots: The history of aeroponics and why it matters.

The aeroponic origin story is deeply rooted in space and science fiction. In space, crews must utilise all resources to their fullest potential, reducing, reusing and recycling everything they take with them. While the problems faced by astronauts may seem a million miles away, the answers to their problems can provide some really down to earth solutions to issues facing humanity today.

OpinionLettUs Grow Ltd12 June 2020Learning, Aeroponics, Science behind aeroponics

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