Repurposed shipping containers revolutionize farming in Weifang

In Shouguang, Weifang, Shandong province, Xiangtian Agricultural Science & Technology is leading the way with an innovative solution for sustainable farming. The company has repurposed waste shipping containers into high-tech "plant factories" that can grow vegetables in environments where traditional farming is not feasible.

Technicians tend plants grown in a shipping container in Shouguang, Weifang. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

These growing containers utilize soil-free cultivation, mimic the sun's spectrum, and maintain precise control over temperature and nutrient delivery, making them ideal for remote or extreme locations. They are especially suited for border areas, cargo ships at sea, deserts, and high-altitudes.

Independently designed nutrients solutions provide a self-sufficient way to grow fresh vegetables anytime, anywhere.

A technician carefully transplants lettuce seedlings in a shipping container. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Since its launch, Xiangtian has seen growing demand for its plant factory systems, with units now exported to the United States, South Korea, Norway, and Dubai.

Shouguang, known as China's vegetable production hub, is now leading the charge in modern agricultural innovation. Xiangtian's technology is transforming how food can be produced in challenging environments and contributing to the future of sustainable farming.

The mobile shipping container farm can withstand harsh weather conditions, ensuring a steady supply of fresh vegetables year-round. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]