Florida’s agriculture has a long history of successful adaptations to the vagaries of weather and climate. However, climate change poses a challenge that is unprecedented in its magnitude and pace of onset. As with any major change in global agricultural markets, the winners will be those who are able, with the help of their government and industrial leaders, to cope with these challenges and to recognize and take advantage of opportunities.
Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Florida’s Agriculture Young Gu Her1 , Kenneth J. Boote2 , Kati W. Migliaccio3 , Clyde Fraisse3 , David Letson4 , Odemari Mbuya5 , Aavudai Anandhi6 , Hongmei Chi7 , Lucy Ngatia5 , and Senthold Asseng3
http://floridaclimateinstitute.org/docs/climatebook/Ch08-Her.pdf
Economic Impacts of Climate Change on Florida ... - EDIS
Economic models may differ by the range of environmental impacts considered (such as impacts on agriculture, forestry, ecosystems, wildlife, biodiversity, fisheries, etc.) and the treatment of market and non-market impacts of climate change. Market impacts refer to the changes in market prices and demands, for example, in agriculture and forestry.
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2014/feb/06/vertical-farming-explained-erik-murchie
Vertical farming, though profitable, is a capital intensive business with a lot of variables specific to the markets that growers hope to operate in. ... Not selecting profitable crops to support your initial capital costs.
DECIDE TO PUT IN THE HARD WORK
COMMUNITY AND MENTORSHIP
COMMIT TO RESEARCH, PLANNING, AND HARD WORK
SET GOALS, DRAFT A BUSINESS PLAN & START A FEASIBILITY STUDY
REVENUE PROJECTS; fixed & variable costs; market survey; conservative pricing strategy; capital expense budget; look at energy costs; PROJECTIONS: cash flow, net income, balance statements
LEARN & GROW
FIND YOUR CUSTOMERS
ESTIMATE FUNDING & DEBT
PLAN YOUR FACILITY
SALES & MARKETING
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
GET EQUIPMENT
START GROWING
https://university.upstartfarmers.com/ultimate-guide-to-starting-a-farm
The continually-growing world populations, the global trend to urbanisation, climate change and pressure on natural resources are key drivers for policies on global food security. Vertical farming is an innovative methodology for vertical cultivation of agricultural products, which can also realize true zero-mile city food supply.
All your hydroponic garden needs is a system, water, light, seeds and nutrients. You’ll grow more in shorter time than traditional gardens, without the bugs and dirt.
Give your plants nutrients and plenty of controlled light. Regularly test the water. Keep the temperature and humidity in range. You’ll see a payoff in no time.