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Rice grown on the moon? Air-to-fertilizer technology helps rice grow in lunar soil simulant

Astrobitica June 30, 2026 (Last updated: June 30, 2026) 1 minute read

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Securing sustainable food supplies is a key challenge for long-term human exploration and potential habitation of the moon. The moon’s soil lacks organic material, and essential plant nitrogen sources such as ammonia and nitrate are virtually nonexistent.

Securing sustainable food supplies is a key challenge for long-term human exploration and potential habitation of the moon. The moon’s soil contains no organic material, and essential plant nitrogen sources like ammonia and nitrate are virtually nonexistent.