Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a form of agriculture in which all environmental factors are monitored and controlled in order to maximize crop production. This includes temperature, humidity, light, nutrients, and water. CEA is often used in greenhouses, hydroponics, aquaponics, and other indoor farming systems.
The primary benefit of CEA is that it allows farmers to produce crops year-round, regardless of weather conditions. This means that farmers can produce more food in a given year, while also reducing their reliance on seasonal crops. Additionally, CEA allows farmers to produce crops in areas where traditional farming may not be possible, such as urban areas or areas with hostile climates.