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182: The Importance of Smart Controls in Transforming Greenhouse Operations

Ever wondered if your greenhouse control system is actually helping—or if it’s leaving you in the dark about your energy bills? I’ve been there, and that’s exactly what we dig into in this episode.

Joining me are Neta, CEO and co-founder of Microclimates, and Gretchen, Executive Director at the Greenhouse Lighting and Systems Engineering Consortium at Cornell, whose combined expertise covers everything from cutting-edge environmental controls to energy efficiency in controlled environment agric

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182: The Importance of Smart Controls in Transforming Greenhouse Operations
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July 31, 2026

182: The Importance of Smart Controls in Transforming Greenhouse Operations

Ever wondered if your greenhouse control system is actually helping—or if it’s leaving you in the dark about your energy bills? I’ve been there, and that’s exactly what we dig into in this episode. Joining me are Neta, CEO and co-founder of Microclimates, and Gretchen, Executive Director at the Greenhouse Lighting and Systems Engineering Consortium at Cornell, whose combined expertise covers everything from cutting-edge environmental controls to energy efficiency in controlled environment agric
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181: Why Mastering Vapor Pressure Control Holds the Key to Exceptional Crop Quality with David Sandelman
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May 8, 2026

181: Why Mastering Vapor Pressure Control Holds the Key to Exceptional Crop Quality with David Sandelman

Ever wonder why your plants aren’t thriving—or why your post-harvest yields and terpene profiles just don’t stack up? I’ve been there, and this episode is your shortcut out of the guesswork. This week, I’m joined by David Sandelman, COO of Cannatrol, inventor, and expert in environmental controls with decades of pioneering innovation under his belt. From the origins of digital thermostats to revolutionizing post-harvest processing in cheese, charcuterie, and cannabis, David Sandelman brings d
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Precision Agriculture Report 2025: Surprising Patent & Funding Trends - AgTech Digest
April 20, 2026

Precision Agriculture Report 2025: Surprising Patent & Funding Trends - AgTech Digest

📺 Watch on YouTube and Spotify iGrow News - 2025 Precision Ag Intelligence Report - https://igrownews.com/precision Episode Description What shook up the world of precision agriculture in 2025? In this exclusive deep dive, Harry Duran sits down with Sepehr Achard, fellow co-founder of iGrow News, to explore the striking trends and surprising signals from the just-released 2025 Precision Ag Intelligence Report. From the surging impact of AI on product development—and the sudden vulnerability of
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180: Why Focusing on Farming Holds the Key to Real Success in Vertical Agriculture
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March 20, 2026

180: Why Focusing on Farming Holds the Key to Real Success in Vertical Agriculture

Ever wonder if vertical farming is more about mastering plant care than chasing the latest tech trend? I do—and in this episode, you'll find out why that's the reality. Join me as I sit down with Andrew Volpetti, Business Development Director for North America at Red Horticulture, whose deep background in horticulture, hydroponics, and business development has positioned him at the forefront of controlled environment agriculture innovation. With an impressive career spanning over 15 years—inclu
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179: How Eleusis Helps Feed Security and Builds Rancher Resilience During Droughts with Joaquin Gonzalez
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Dec. 5, 2025

179: How Eleusis Helps Feed Security and Builds Rancher Resilience During Droughts with Joaquin Gonzalez

Ever feel like droughts, rising costs, or feed shortages are always threatening your ranch’s future? I get it—and so does this week’s guest, who’s engineering innovative solutions for resilient, sustainable animal agriculture. In this episode, Harry Duran sits down with Joaquin Gonzalez, Chief Expansion Officer at Eleusis Feed, an expert in agricultural engineering with deep roots (literally) in ranching and hydroponic fodder systems. Raised on a ranch near Santiago and backed by a career spann
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178: Why Modular Vertical Farming Holds the Key to Scalable Food Security with Fischer Farm's Tristan Fischer
178
Nov. 21, 2025

178: Why Modular Vertical Farming Holds the Key to Scalable Food Security with Fischer Farm's Tristan Fischer

Ever wondered how to scale your vertical farm without breaking the bank—or your nerves? In this episode of the Vertical Farming Podcast, I sit down with Tristan Fischer, CEO of Fisher Farms, one of the pioneers in modular farming technology. Tristan brings over 25 years of experience in clean energy and large-scale renewables, translating that expertise into creating more efficient, scalable, and cost-effective vertical farming solutions. Having navigated the challenges of building some of the
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From Finance to Farming: Unfolding Jonah Krakmalnick's Success in the Microgreens Business

Once submerged in the frenetic pace of the finance world, Jonah Krakmalnick felt the stirring desire for a more serene lifestyle, more in tune with the rhythm of nature. He was eager to find a more fulfilling career path that would let him follow hi…
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