Sunday Wrap Up: Partnering For Change
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This Week in Indoor Farming: Chasing Sustainability Through Forged Partnerships
Vertical Harvest, a Wyoming-based indoor farming company focused on employing individuals with disabilities, has partnered with the Food Bank of Wyoming to distribute fresh greens to low-income communities. Emphasizing a "feed locals first" approach, their successful pilot program supplied the Lander Share and Care Food Bank with fresh greens within a day of harvest, which was well-received. The initiative, funded by the Bank of Jackson Hole and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines’s Member Impact Fund, is set to expand further, emphasizing the company's commitment to local distribution and public-private partnerships for a sustainable future.
Van Geel Orchid in Erica, Drenthe, amidst an energy crisis forcing many Phalaenopsis orchid growers to halt operations due to high energy needs, has opted for sustainability by transitioning to Oreon's full-LED lighting. This shift, aligning with the company's dedication to sustainable cultivation, resulted in a 60% rise in light levels and a 25% decrease in energy expenses. The Oreon LED Control Center, integrated with Hoogendoorn’s climate system, offers unparalleled lighting control, optimizing energy usage for every square meter of the greenhouse. Collaborating with Ledgnd and Indagro Lighting BVBA, Van Geel Orchid successfully navigated this transition, maximizing both efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Other News
Source.ag Appoints New Leadership Following $27M Series A Funding
AmplifiedAg Unveils Enterprise Farm Health Function for Comprehensive Multi-Location Farm Management
FarmAnywhere Announces Lifetime Warranty on Container Farms
urban-gro Secures Over $3 Million in Contracts for Cannabis
Resource Innovation Institute and Southern California Edison Launch Fall Webinar Series on Sustainable Agriculture Practices
JFS and Altius Farms’ New Chapter in Urban Agriculture
Tepfirah Rushdan Appointed as First Director of Urban Agriculture
Revamping Cityscapes Through Modular Approaches
Cultivatd and Seasony Forge Strategic Partnership
Indoor Farming In August: Dynamic Growth Amid Challenges & Opportunities
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Articles to read
Supermarkets and Shoppers Must Embrace Vertical Farming, Our Future Depends On It | Forbes
Indoor Farming Market 2023-2029 is Booming Worldwide | OpenPR
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