Premier Tech enters vertical farming market with Inno-3B, Artechno deals

Key takeaways

• Premier Tech launched a new CEA business group, Premier Tech Controlled Culture
• Entry into the market is backed by acquisitions of Inno-3B and Artechno
• The company aims to deliver integrated vertical farming solutions globally

Premier Tech has launched a new business group, Premier Tech Controlled Culture, marking its entry into the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) and vertical farming markets following two acquisitions.

The company acquired Canada-based Inno-3B and Netherlands-based Artechno, both suppliers of vertical farming and related technologies. Inno-3B specializes in automated, modular vertical farming systems, while Artechno provides vertical farming solutions, along with water filtration, disinfection and irrigation systems.

Premier Tech said the acquisitions position the company to deliver integrated, automated solutions for growers adopting vertical farming systems. The combined portfolio is designed to support projects globally and meet both North American and European standards.

Jean Bélanger, president and CEO, said vertical farming presents an opportunity to address challenges in the global food supply chain, including climate pressures and demand for localized production. Eric Diamond, leader of Premier Tech Controlled Culture, said the new group will connect the company’s existing technologies across horticulture, automation and water management to support CEA production.

Diamond said the goal is to provide integrated systems that improve efficiency and reduce inputs such as water, fertilizers and pesticides.

Premier Tech said the new unit will build on its existing operations to scale solutions for controlled environment agriculture projects worldwide.

FAQ

Q: What is Premier Tech Controlled Culture?
A: A new business group focused on controlled environment agriculture and vertical farming solutions.

Q: Which companies did Premier Tech acquire?
A: Inno-3B and Artechno.

Q: What do these companies provide?
A: Vertical farming systems, along with water filtration, disinfection and irrigation technologies.

Q: What is the goal of the new division?
A: To deliver integrated, automated solutions for CEA and vertical farming projects.

Q: What markets will it serve?
A: Global markets, including North America and Europe.

What this means

The move expands Premier Tech’s role in the growing vertical farming sector and integrated production systems.

Photos courtesy of Premier Tech.