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Research, Workforce & Policy

Jennifer Polanz

These are the three pillars the Commonwealth of Virginia is investing in to rise to the top and become a leader in controlled environment agriculture—not just in the nation, but ultimately, the world.

Features

Building A Vertical Farm Team

Erika Summers

Here’s a rundown on who you want on your team when you’re getting started and why they’re vital.

Features

Economies of Scale

Simone Valle De Souza, Chris Peterson & Joseph Seong

In the final installment of our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) series by university researchers, they talk scaling up and the challenges associated with it.

Features

The Pros of Co-Locating

David Kuack

From increasing sustainability to saving money, controlled environment growers are exploring the options of locating next to a beneficial source of heat and electricity. There are some caveats, though.

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Vertical Farming: Things to Know for a Successful Grow

Lorrie Schultz

A Q&A with Fluence experts Dr. Abhay Thosar and Chris Bezuyen on strategies to gain better control in vertical farming.

From Your Editor

At the Ground Level

Jennifer Polanz

Food for thought when it comes to starting out with CEA.

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AFE’s Memorial Tribute for Marc van Iersel

Jennifer Polanz

The industry mourns the passing of a researcher, mentor, educator, entrepreneur and friend.

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Bankruptcy News & a Closing

Jennifer Polanz

Two vertical farms, two different struggles as the industry continues to see funding challenges.

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Breaking $100M in Sales

Jennifer Polanz

Little Leaf Farms shines brightly in the Northeast.

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CEA: Making Our Voice Heard

Tom Stenzel

Why involvement in national, state and even local politics is vital for our industry.

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CRISPR (Not Crisper) Lettuce

Jennifer Polanz

The first CRISPR-edited greens are announced.

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Enza Zaden Launches New Label for ToBRFV-resistant Tomatoes

Jennifer Polanz

Resistant varieties plus strict sanitation protocols can help prevent ToBRFV outbreaks.

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Mastronardi & Intergrow in NY

Jennifer Polanz

The joint venture will result in a new company called Sungrow Farms LLC.

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A Tour of the OHCEAC

Jennifer Polanz

Take a look inside the new controlled environment agriculture research center at The Ohio State University.

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