Spacefarming

The exhibition 'Spacefarming: the future of food' uncovers the food revolution that awaits us on our beloved planet Earth and in the realms beyond. Potatoes from Mars, algae shake for breakfast, and cultured meat on your burger—immerse yourself in the future of our food!

'Spacefarming' explores the incredible potential of cultivating food in space, offering profound insights into the ways these groundbreaking achievements can be applied to enrich our terrestrial existence.

Step into our stunning exhibition design, in which geodesic domes house a multitude of surprising ideas and innovations sourced from the minds of scientists, technologists, farmers, designers, philosophers, makers, and artists. Immerse yourself in alternative culinary realities and uncover the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for our food.

Experience the mesmerizing Algae Dome, a creation by SPACE10. This four-meter-tall bioreactor showcases the potential of algae as a sustainable alternative to traditional meat products. Algae are packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals and can be cultivated rapidly in small spaces. Explore this abundant food source that requires minimal land, with a history dating back to the Aztecs who harnessed its benefits.

Prepare to be amazed by Margaret, the stainless-steel cow created by Those Vegan Cowboys. Witness animal-free production at its finest, as Margaret produces grass-fed milk made by microorganisms. With this revolutionary approach, we can enjoy cheese, milk, yogurt, and other dairy products without relying on traditional livestock, therefore minimizing our impact on nature.

The exhibition doesn't stop on Earth. Dive into the possibilities of food production in space through an augmented reality installation by designer Isabelle Udo. Witness plants growing without gravity, defying conventional growing and blossoming in new and unexpected ways. Delve into the research of space biologist Wieger Wamelink from Wageningen University, who investigates the cultivation of crops using simulated Mars and lunar soil provided by NASA. He's currently growing potatoes in a replica Mars soil.

This exhibition was made possible with generous support by:

Thanks to our partners: Rotterzwam, SEA Water, Philips, Vermaat, Bazelmans, Dutch Design Foundation, Dutch Design Week, Wageningen University, ESA, and Eiwit Trends.