agribusinessreview.comMAY 20249We do all of this with a heavy emphasis on sustainability. Working in harmony with nature is critical to our success. In some instances, for example, we use bees to pollinate crops. When possible, we use biological control to manage pests and diseases. Only organic media is used to grow our stock plants. Hydroponic techniques with drip irrigation for all greenhouse crops are the norm at our farms. Our production locations have several sustainability efforts, including reducing 50% of our carbon footprint by 2030.There is no doubt that in the future, greenhouse production will continue to be an essential alternative for high-value crops. With the increased use of technology, greenhouse production will continue to evolve and become more and more efficient. Today, we are already seeing artificial intelligence become more commonly used in greenhouse operations. In a no-distance future, we will see self-sufficient setups using sensors to analyze plant critical factors and autonomously make intelligent decisions to guarantee production success.We at PanAmerican Seed will continue to strive to be reliable, producing seeds cost-effectively and sustainably. Our people, the use of technology, and the care for the environment will continue to be the foundation of our efforts. Indoor farming is not new; it's been around for centuries. The idea of intensive agriculture providing a record yield and extended or alternative seasons has always interested farmers
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