Controlled Environment Agriculture

Maine University Dedicates New Greenhouse Facilities

As part of its Homecoming celebrations, the University of Maine at Presque Isle marked the completion of its state-of-the-art, four-season Zillman Family Greenhouse with an official opening and dedication ceremony on Sept. 27. Work and... more »

Adding Edible Crops to an Ornamentals Operation: Food Safety is a Different Ball Game

Today’s guest is Beth Scheckelhoff, Extension educator at the Ohio State University in Ottawa, Ohio. Beth received her undergraduate degree at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, in 1997. After graduating, she interned at Green Circle... more »

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Why choose a greenhouse designed by in-house engineers?

{Sponsored} Greenhouses designed by engineers guarantee the quality, durability and safety of the structure. Engineers have to respect laws and regulations, resulting in an end product that meets the highest standards. Harnois’ team of in-house... more »

Expand your greenhouse complex easily with Harnois

{Sponsored} Harnois greenhouses can be extended after the initial installation without interfering with production, which is a huge advantage for producers. Find out how phasing the construction will help you stay on budget and ensure... more »

Aquaponics Class Being Offered

Nelson and Pade, Inc. will host a one day class on the basics of running an aquaponics system. The class will include an introduction to aquaponics — an innovative method of raising fish and vegetables,... more »

BrightFarms to Build Hydroponic Facility in PA

BrightFarms Inc., a supplier of locally grown salads for supermarkets based in Irvington, New York, plans to expand into Pennsylvania by constructing a new hydroponic greenhouse. The project is expected to create more than 50... more »

BrightFarms Receives Produce Innovation Award from Walmart

BrightFarms, a supplier of locally grown salads for supermarkets based in Irvington, New York, recently received the Innovation Award (Produce) at Walmart’s 2019 Supplier Growth Forum in Rogers, Arkansas. BrightFarms produce reaches Walmart stores within... more »

Crops Suitable for Vertical Farming

Vertical farming refers to the production of plants grown in stacked horizontal or vertical layers, or other three-dimensional configurations. Most commercial vertical farms produce crops inside buildings, relying on light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as the sole... more »