NASA is planning a mission to Mars in 2030. The goal of the mission will not necessarily be aimed at an extended stay on the planet. However, if NASA does decide to send astronauts to Mars for an extended period of time, it may be necessary for the inhabitants to learn how to farm in space. Since Mars has reduced gravity, it is unknown exactly how difficult this monumental task would be. The lack of an atmosphere, like the one surrounding Earth, may also be an obstacle.
For more information, Fox News has posted an article:
http://www.foxnews.com/science/2013/05/15/farming-on-mars-nasa/
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