Urban Farms to AgWorks:
The Technical Evolution of Shipshape
Shipshape AgWorks has executed multiple farm system deployments, each advancing our expertise in precision-controlled agriculture, system optimization, and sustainable food production technology. Our iterative design process and commitment to innovation continuously push the boundaries of what's possible in agriculture.
2023
MCG 2.0 Environmental Integration Pilot
Executed the first commercial-scale implementation of our Modular Container Garden in an ecologically sensitive preserve, rigorously testing system resilience and adaptability under dynamic environmental conditions. Key performance indicators such as crop yield stability, energy efficiency, and environmental compatibility were confirmed. Insights from this deployment provided essential data for further engineering refinements, solidifying market readiness and applicability of our modular vertical farming technology within diverse environments.
2021-2022
Modular Container Garden 2.0 – Optimized Modular System
Developed an advanced modular steel-framed vertical farming unit, incorporating precision thermal regulation (R-29.7 insulation) and spatial optimization for 11,000 crop sites arranged across four vertical cultivation layers. Features included an integrated nursery for high-volume seedling propagation (over 3,000 capacity), AI-driven environmental management systems, comprehensive real-time analytics accessible via our Digital Farmer platform, and precise nutrient delivery through peristaltic dosing technology. Achieved unprecedented yields equivalent to five acres of traditional agriculture in just 500 square feet, validating MCG2.0 as a superior, scalable, urban farming solution.
2018-2020
Container Garden 1.0 –
Prototype & Proof-of-Concept
Deployed a compact, 320-square-foot hydroponic vertical farm within a retrofitted shipping container, incorporating early-stage automated environmental controls. Verified substantial resource efficiencies, notably achieving a 90% reduction in water usage relative to conventional agriculture. Clearly identified technological constraints in scalability and economic viability, guiding iterative improvements in structural engineering, automation integration, and operational design.
2017-2021
Irvington Test Farm – Comparative Cultivation Trials
Conducted detailed comparative analyses of hydroponic, traditional soil-based, and greenhouse growing systems. Operation of our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) initiative allowed for comprehensive data collection on crop productivity, water conservation, nutrient management, and labor efficiency. Key insights informed targeted design adjustments, underscoring pathways to increased yields, resource optimization, and enhanced sustainability.