Welcome to Vertical Farming at Berkeley
3 Divisions, 1 Promise
In VFB, we pursue cutting-edge research initiatives in engineering and plant science to design and develop state-of-the-art agricultural advancements with the intent to promote a more sustainable and food-secure future.
We are in touch with technology
VFB pursues the newest, innovative technology in plant research and engineering. Not only do they appear in lab, VFB incorporates such technology into real projects you can build.
We don’t disappoint
VFB has its own functional farms. Spanning 4 different locations all around the bay area, VFB has progressed tremendously over the last 2 years.
We Solve Real Problems
By working with researchers, professors, and companies, VFB participates in some of the most complex problems society faces in sustainability research and vertical farming practices.
We welcome new ideas
Any new proposals and ideas are welcomed here in Berkeley. If you have a dream project and have no where to build it, join us and make it real!
*Please see bottom of this page for Fa2024 application details!
We are proud to be UC Berkeley’s only Vertical Farming Research Group
Engineering
The Engineering Division works to design efficient, modern systems that can perform all stages of the farming lifecycle. Members are encouraged to design and execute their own engineering projects while applying relevant concepts.
Organics
The Organics Division conducts independent scientific research focused on advancing scientific understanding across a broad spectrum of disciplines in vertical farming. Our work aims to enhance sustainability in vertical farming, particularly benefiting isolated or drought-prone regions with limited clean water access.
Business
The Business Division manages outreach and funding opportunities to enable the Organics and Engineering Divisions to create and complete research and design projects. Members are tasked with creating and maintaining relationships with industry and academic professionals in the AgriTech field.