FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers, with links to the details.
What is an Akar unit?
A modular indoor vertical farming unit with LED grow lights, sensors and IoT, built in-house by Akar. See products.
How much space does it need?
About 1.5 m² for a leafy-greens unit, stackable from 80 cm (one layer) to 450 cm (ten layers).
What can I grow?
100+ vegetable varieties, including selada iceberg, kale nero, bayam merah and bayam hijau. See plants.
Are the vegetables pesticide-free?
Yes. Akar describes its produce as 100% pesticide-free, non-GMO and ready to eat.
Do I buy or rent?
Akar works on a Farming-as-a-Service model: you rent the unit and Akar covers maintenance, seedlings and nutrition. See Farming-as-a-Service.
How much does it cost?
In 2023 Akar published a US$33 monthly fee per unit, 40% profit sharing on produce sold, per-plant-hole pricing for self-consumption and a six-month minimum. Ask for a current quote. See pricing.
Can I sell what I grow?
Yes. Off-takers who resell produce share profit with Akar.
Who looks after the plants?
Sensors automate watering and nutrient dosing; Akar handles maintenance and supplies seedlings.
Is akarfarm.com the same company?
Yes. Akar currently publishes its website at akarfarm.com, which focuses on container farms and greenhouses.
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Ready to grow your own food?
Tell us where you would like an Akar unit, what you want to grow and who will eat it. We will get back to you by email.