The rapid development of the space economy has propelled the integration of mining, agriculture, and industrial materials into off-Earth endeavors. As space travel and habitation become priorities for nations and private corporations, the demand for sustainable resources grows. By leveraging asteroid mining for rare metals, enhancing manufacturing with microgravity, and advancing agricultural systems for food production in space, these practices drive technological, economic, and environmental revolutions.

Asteroid mining is becoming an increasingly viable industry, with significant advancements in technology and growing market interest in 2025. Companies like AstroForge are at the forefront of this space race, launching missions such as the ODIN spacecraft to test mining technologies. The market is projected to expand from $1.68 billion in 2024 to $2.07 billion in 2025, drawing attention from investors eager to capitalize on space resources.