Intro
In Virle Piemonte (TO), a previously unused space has been transformed into a high-tech production facility thanks to the vision of a local entrepreneur. The new indoor aeroponic system by Agricooltur® represents a concrete model of how sustainability and innovation can generate real value for the territory and the agri-food sector.
requirement
The goal was to regenerate an unused environment with a productive and sustainable focus, leveraging advanced technologies to meet the growing demand for quality vegetables in the large-scale retail and Ho.Re.Ca. sectors. The entrepreneur was looking for an automated, scalable solution capable of ensuring high yields and production continuity.
solution
Agricooltur has implemented a complete and highly automated indoor aeroponic system, equipped with:
- Two vertical cultivation lines on three levels, optimized for intensive growth;
- Three five-story germinators to ensure continuity in the crop cycle;
- Annual production capacity: over 90,000 plants, destined for the large-scale retail and Ho.Re.Ca. markets;
- Targeted misting system that provides the roots with the correct supply of water and nutrients, without waste;
- Management software with a touch interface, allowing for real-time monitoring, adjustment, and optimization of environmental and production parameters.
results
The Virle Piemonte facility demonstrates how Agritech can become a strategic lever for territorial enhancement and agricultural competitiveness:
- Increased yield per square meter thanks to multi-level cultivation;
- Drastic reduction in water use and zero pesticides;
- Continuity and high quality in supply for large-scale distribution and food service;
- A replicable model for those wishing to build a sustainable business in the agricultural sector.
other projects
In Sozzago (NO), an indoor facility transforms a former cold storage room into a sustainable production hub
In 2024, PUM RUS installed an indoor facility producing over 24,000 units per year, transforming a former cold storage room into a production space for live vegetables destined for the restaurant, direct sales, and the HoReCa channel.
Carrefour brings zero-kilometer production to the storefront
From 2023 to 2025, an Hortus module in front of Carrefour Market in Piazzale Siena enabled the cultivation and sale of zero-kilometer products, combining sustainability and retail.
In Genoa, the Michelin star meets innovation: basil and herbs grown in the dining room
A Michelin-starred restaurant in Genoa uses an aeroponic cultivation system in the dining room to produce fresh basil and herbs, enhancing the tradition of Ligurian pesto with “zero-centimeter” ingredients.



