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Scientists Unveil Roadmap for Sustainable Farming on Moon and Mars

11/28/2025

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A consortium of over 40 scientists from 11 countries has developed a roadmap for plant-based life support on the Moon and Mars.
The plan stresses self-sustaining life-support systems that recycle air, water, and nutrients.
It prioritizes closed-loop farming and precision agriculture to enhance food production on Earth.
In 2027, Artemis III will test the Lunar Effects on Agricultural Flora (LEAF) to grow and return Moon plants, the first attempt.

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Story summary

A consortium of over 40 scientists from 11 countries has developed a roadmap for plant-based life support on the Moon and Mars.
The plan stresses self-sustaining life-support systems that recycle air, water, and nutrients.
It prioritizes closed-loop farming and precision agriculture to enhance food production on Earth.
In 2027, Artemis III will test the Lunar Effects on Agricultural Flora (LEAF) to grow and return Moon plants, the first attempt.