UrbanFarm2026 - Radix Sant Cosme team - Round 2

Added: 2026-05-06

[00:00:00]Welcome to this project on sustainable urban agriculture, where we explore innovative methods to improve food production in limited urban spaces.

[00:00:09]This study focuses on transforming underutilized areas into productive micro gardens using raised beds, vertical planting systems, and hydroponic [music] techniques.

[00:00:19]The main aim of this project is to evaluate sustainable cropping systems that can be integrated into urban environments >> [music] >> as cities today face major challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality. The system works in a closed loop where resources like water and nutrients [music] are continuously reused. The project is implemented in underutilized gray spaces between buildings B2 [music] to B7 where small garden units are created. These include movable boxes, recycled [music] raised beds, vertical wall planters, and cracky hydroponic systems.

[00:00:56]Each system [music] is designed to maximize sunlight exposure and optimize growing conditions for different crops.

[00:01:02]Solar panels provide clean energy ensuring carbon neutral and reliable operations. We create a solar [music] buffer by generating a bit more energy than our daily needs to ensure that the essential systems such [music] as the La Bottega refrigerators and localized irrigation pumps will perform normally on cloudy days [music] or during low sunlight periods.

[00:01:24]Maintaining this surplus Radix on Cosme remains carbon neutral and weather resilient throughout the year. A variety of crops are selected based on adaptability and seasonal suitability.

[00:01:35]These include tomatoes, >> [music] >> eggplant, Swiss chard, radishes, carrots, mustard greens, lettuce, kale, [music] parsley, and onions. Each crop is assigned to the most suitable growing system depending on its root structure [music] and nutrient needs. The shaded zone behind building B2 is turned into a [music] mushroom cultivation area by using recycled timber shelves and shade cloth.

[00:01:57]Humidity is maintained [music] by drip irrigation using harvested rainwater.

[00:02:01]Locally available organic waste such as spent [music] coffee grounds, shredded cardboard, and untreated sawdust serves as the substrate [music] for mushrooms. The cracky hydroponic system is used as a soilless growing technique that requires [music] minimal maintenance.

[00:02:16]Plants grow in nutrient-rich water solutions [music] without the need for electricity or pumps.

[00:02:22]This method helps demonstrate efficient water and space use in urban [music] farming. Rainwater is collected and reused while bokashi composting [music] converts organic waste into nutrient-rich fertilizer. The project becomes financially sustainable within [music] 3 years. Residents actively participate creating jobs, strengthening social connections, [music] and improving mental well-being.

[00:02:45]The project also acts as an educational platform where people learn practical skills [music] like farming and composting.

[00:02:52]In conclusion, Radix on [music] Cosme shows how urban spaces can become sustainable systems that combine food production, environmental [music] care, and social value.