Farming On Mars : Science World Report

Nov 09, 2015 04:35 PM EST

Mars Farm Plot Comes To Wisconsin

In a recent study, researchers attempted to grow crops on Martian soil like Mark Watney did in "The Martian." Since its release, "The Martian" has had a major influence on potential farming on the Red Planet, causing these researchers to implement their own Martian farming techniques.

Nov 03, 2015 09:56 AM EST

Farming on Mars: New Plant Gene May Open the Door for Space-Based Food Production

In The Martian, Mark Watney grows potatoes in space. Now, scientists may have discovered the gene that will open the door for space-based food production in the future.

Oct 31, 2015 05:47 PM EDT

Farming on Mars: 'The Martian' Raises Questions About Soil On Mars

Researchers are examining the possibilities of farming on Mars after seeing "The Martian" astronaut Mark Watney (played by Matt Damon) develops farming techniques on the red planet.

Oct 20, 2015 02:06 PM EDT