Sustainability

Environment

Water Conservation

Saves

96.6%

water used in cultivation

Comparison with water usage at conventional farming. Achieved at Techno Farm Keihanna

Prevention of Food Loss

Reduces

66%

lettuce waste

Comparison with loss rate estimate for conventional farming. Achieved at Techno Farm Keihanna

Society

Average Workday

7.5h

Spread employees work on a shift basis

Harvest Volume

approx.100times

Compared to average harvest volume at conventional farming, on unit per area basis. Achieved at Techno Farm Keihanna

Average Employee Age

35years old

Average age of full-time Spread’s employees as of May 2022. The average age of agricultural workers in Japan is 67.9 years (2021, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries)

Addressing Global Challenges

Water Recycling

Collection and Reuse of Transpiration Using Air Conditioning

Due to population growth and industrial development, water consumption is projected to increase into the year 2050. As a result, more than 5 billion people are estimated to have challenges in accessing fresh water. Our technology allows for the reduction of water usage necessary to cultivate 1kg of lettuce by 96.6% compared to conventional farming, and consequently contribute towards the alleviation of water shortage.
Decent Work and Economic Growth

Technological Innovation Serving People

Techno Farm Keihanna utilizes IoT and technology to reduce manpower needed for production by approximately 50%, compared to conventional vertical farms. Integration of tech and human labor allows for reduction in work burden on the agricultural population, and keeps a corporate structure that is both comfortable to work and economically viable.
Reduction of Food Loss

High Yield and High Standards of Hygiene

Our lettuce boasts a high yield rate, compared to conventional farming, leading to major reduction in food loss. Furthermore, our high hygiene standards ensure extended freshness of our products, contributing to reduction of food waste as well.

Towards a Sustainable Future

Vertical Farm Educational Tours

We provide educational factory tours for schools and educational institutions. During these tours, children and students not only have a possibility to observe firsthand our vertical farm operations but are also exposed to and given an opportunity to think about global food and agricultural issues.
*Currently for domestic institutions only
Published by Kyoiku gageki

Textbooks and Educational Resources

We actively collaborate in the publication of educational resources and textbooks. Through the introduction of our vertical farm methods, we hope to further an understanding for our message for sustainable agriculture.