Category: Controlled Environment Agriculture

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 27, 2024

New substrates support hydroponic growers’ precision needs

Oasis Grower Solutions has introduced two new precision substrates designed for controlled-environment hydroponic growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 20, 2024

New awards at Indoor Ag-Con honor excellence in CEA

Indoor Ag-Con and Inside Grower magazine have launched the inaugural Cultivating Excellence Awards (CEAs), recognizing innovation and leadership in CEA.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 19, 2024

Signify and UBC trial advances year-round pepper yield

Signify and the University of British Columbia (UBC) are entering the fourth year of an LED lighting trial aimed at increasing year-round pepper production.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 18, 2024

Vertiberry, Sollum join for new greenhouse project

Vertiberry has chosen Sollum Technologies’ LED lighting system for its new sustainable indoor strawberry farming facility, set to open by the end of 2024.

Greenhouse Product News | November 2024

Pest control innovations at the Great Lakes Expo

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 11, 2024

Indoor Ag-Con announces food safety workshops

Indoor Ag-Con, in partnership with Ceres University, will offer two controlled environment agriculture (CEA) Food Safety Workshops on March 10, ahead of its 2025 trade show at the Westgate Las Vegas on March 11-12.

Greenhouse Product News | November 2024

Strategies for PVC use and reducing energy consumption

There are many potential uses for PVC, from the greenhouse-grade poly that covers your greenhouse to the plumbing system that feeds your plants and even potholders for the plants themselves. However, it’s important that you use PVC in greenhouses properly, as it can react to certain chemicals and isn’t immune to UV damage.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 23, 2024

CEA Summit East 2024 showcased growth, opportunity

The third annual Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Summit East took place Oct. 1-2, 2024, at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR). The event, co-hosted by Indoor Ag-Con and the CEA Innovation Center, drew nearly 250 attendees from 35 states and several countries.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 17, 2024

Indoor Ag-Con unveils 2025 Advisory Board

Indoor Ag-Con, an event provider for the greenhouse, vertical farming and CEA industry, has announced its 2025 Advisory Board.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 02, 2024

Profile Growing Solutions has new global head of hydroponics

Ferdi van Elswijk joins Profile Growing Solutions (PGS) as its global head of hydroponics.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 24, 2024

Sollum Technologies strengthens board with Jacqueline Heard appointment

Sollum Technologies has appointed Jacqueline Heard, CEO of Enko Chem, to its board of directors, marking a significant step in the company’s growth and presence in the U.S. market.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 24, 2024

BrightFarms expands indoor farming with new greenhouse in Yorkville, Illinois

BrightFarms has launched a 32-acre greenhouse in Yorkville, Illinois, that is located in the Chicago metro area.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 18, 2024

CEA Summit East will host Virginia Governor for opening keynote

Governor Youngkin’s keynote will kick off the summit on the morning of Oct. 1, setting the stage for two days of dynamic discussions, research showcases, tabletop exhibits and collaboration within the indoor agriculture industry.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 11, 2024

Greenhouse climate strategies webinar available Sept. 17

The American Floral Endowment’s Grow Pro Webinar Series will focus on strategies and innovative techniques to optimize the greenhouse environment for improved crop growth and yield. The American Floral Endowment’s Grow Pro Webinar Series is releasing another session focused on strategies and innovative techniques to optimize the greenhouse environment for improved crop growth and yield.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 06, 2024

Priva and TriEst Ag partner to advance CEA, field practices

Priva partners with TriEst Ag Group to bring advanced irrigation and climate management solutions to traditional field farming practices.

Greenhouse Product News | August 2024

Editor’s letter: Are you controlling?

Trying to encompass all that is going on in CEA and lighting for greenhouse growers in one issue is definitely impossible. Although, you will find new and valuable information to share with the team here. 

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