Artisan Green to open USD 14M farm in Singapore, veg production to hit 30T monthly by 2025

SINGAPORE – Artisan Green, Singapore-based vegetable farm, has announced the development of a new facility in Sungei Tengah, set to boost local vegetable production from 1 tonne to 30 tonnes monthly in its first phase by 2025.

The farm will span 2 hectares and aims to significantly increase production output while also offering a unique farm-to-table dining experience.

According to Artisan Green’s Chief Executive, Ray Poh, the total construction cost for the farm will be approximately USD 14 million.

The farm’s indoor section will feature a controlled environment, using advanced farming technologies such as LED lighting, while the outdoor area will be designated for more common local crops.

The new farm is expected to produce 30 tonnes of vegetables per month in the initial phase, up from the current production of 1 tonne per month at its smaller Kallang facility. By 2026, Artisan Green aims to further increase its output to 90 tonnes monthly.

“We’re scaling up in phases to manage costs and start production as early as possible,” said Mr. Poh. “The increased production will allow us to better meet local demand, which has been growing steadily.”

Artisan Green’s signature crops, including baby spinach and other leafy greens, will be the main focus of the new facility, along with microgreens such as dill and basil.

In addition to vegetable production, the new site will include a farm-to-table restaurant, offering consumers a direct connection to locally grown produce.

The restaurant, scheduled to open in 2025, will serve dishes made from vegetables harvested directly from the farm, further promoting the importance of local food sources.

“We want to educate people about the value of locally grown vegetables,” explained Mr. Poh. “By bringing them closer to the farming process, we hope to encourage more support for Singapore’s farming industry.”

The road to this expansion hasn’t been easy for Artisan Green. Mr. Poh shared that the company initially failed to secure a plot in the agricultural tender process in 2020 and faced challenges leasing land in the commercial market. However, in April 2024, they finally obtained the land in Sungei Tengah.

“Looking back, it worked out for the best,” Mr. Poh remarked. “We’ve had time to focus on plant science, refine our processes, and now we’re better prepared to scale up.”

Despite the challenges, the company has managed to innovate and increase efficiency. Artisan Green uses a digital platform that consolidates crop recipes, allowing the farm to automate its growing process and reduce labor costs. This system has been crucial in helping the farm maintain its competitive edge.

Singapore’s “30 by 30” initiative, which aims to produce 30% of the country’s nutritional needs locally by 2030, is a driving force behind Artisan Green’s expansion.

The farm’s upcoming facility in Sungei Tengah aligns with this national goal by contributing significantly to local vegetable production.

“We hope our expansion proves that high-tech farming is not only possible in Singapore but necessary for our future food security,” said Mr. Poh.

As Artisan Green continues to grow, it remains focused on overcoming operational challenges and demonstrating the potential of sustainable urban farming in Singapore.