Steven Dring and Richard Ballard

We love what Steven and Richard have created down in Clapham – the UK’s first underground farm. Here they sustainably grow fresh micro greens and salad leaves 33 metres below the streets in disused WW2 tunnels, and supply top restaurants and supermarkets. Using the latest hydroponic systems and LED technology, the crops are grown year-round in a perfect, pesticide-free environment, using 100% renewable energy use 70% less water than traditional farming. Thanks to a controlled environment, each tiny leaf has a consistent flavour and are unaffected by the weather and seasonal changes. The prime location also means they reduce the need to import crops and drastically reduce the food miles for retailers and consumers.

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