A narrated 14-minute boat journey through four greenhouses with crops from around the world and an aquaculture facility, the Aquacell. Sustainable agriculture -- crop production with a minimal impact on the environment -- is emphasized.

The journey opens with an introductory storm scene and a look at animated tropic, desert and prairie biomes that existed before humans arrived. A turn-of-the-century farm represents early attempts to cultivate the land.

The boat glides on into The Land’s experimental growing areas:

The Tropics Greenhouse, growing crops native to Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America and the southern United States. Rice, sugar cane, peanuts, cacao, bananas and a 59-foot peach palm flourish under a 60-foot dome.

The Aquacell, showcasing crops that swim -- fish and other aquatic life including alligators, catfish, tilapia, sunshine bass and American eel.

The Temperate Greenhouse, featuring the concepts and technologies of sustainable agriculture, including intercropping, integrated pest management and specialized irrigation systems that reduce waste and increase crop production.

The Production Greenhouse, where tons of tomatoes, peppers, lettuce and other vegetables are grown for use in The Land’s Garden Grill Restaurant and other Epcot restaurants. Land scientists utilize growing systems that are kinder to the environment and improve productivity.

The Creative House, showing imaginative ways to grow crops -- without soil, hanging in the air, even on a space station. USDA scientists currently are working at The Land to develop fruit with a longer shelf life.

Type - boat ride

When to go - Visit early morning or evening

Duration - 14 mins

Restrictions
Guests using Electric Convenience Vehicles will need to transfer to a standard wheelchair that will be provided at the boarding area.

Facts/History
More than 30 tons of fruits and vegetables grown at The Land pavilion at Epcot are served in Walt Disney World restaurants.

Hidden Mickeys
Check out the bubbles in the middle of the mural in the queue.
Check out the three circles near the bottom of the mural directly across from the loading area.
In the film montage after the farm scene, on the nametags of Epcot greenhouse technicians in one of the pictures.

The Land at Epcot Mixes Science with Entertainment Inside Experimental Greenhouses to Grow One-of-a-kind Plants

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