Navigating Growth in Vertical Farming with Vertical Roots Canada
Vertical Roots Canada is a thriving vertical farm founded by Mike and Becky Newhook in Edmonton, Alberta. Their story began long before the first seed was planted—during a visit to friends in the Philippines, where they learned about aquaponics and sustainable growing methods. Inspired by…
Hydroponics in Canada: 5 Stats That Show Why It Matters
Canada’s food system is at a crossroads. As climate disruption, inflation, and global instability collide, traditional agriculture is struggling to keep pace. The question isn’t if we need a better way to grow, it’s how fast we can scale it. Hydroponics, a method of growing…
AELIUS LED DYNAMIC WEBINAR SERIES 2025-2026
UPCOMING WEBINAR: Live Unboxing of the New Aelius 2026 Fixtures Curious what sets the newest Aelius fixtures apart before they ever hit your canopy? Join Colin Grant, VP of Sales at Aelius LED, for a live unboxing and show-and-tell of our latest fixtures, straight from the…
GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY: ADDRESSING QATAR’S UNIQUE AGRICULTURAL CHALLENGES
As the global population continuously rises and climate change impacts traditional farming, nations worldwide struggle with unique food security challenges. Today we dive into the unique situation in Qatar. Qatar is a small, yet wealthy nation located on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula….
Harvesting the Future: 4 Challenges and Promises of Agricultural Robotics
By 2050, the population is expected to reach nearly 9.7 billion people, which means the demand for food production and robotics will rise significantly. This increase comes when the agricultural sector faces many challenges, including labour shortages and the need for more sustainable practices. For…