The Growcer Blog
Read our blog which covers everything to do with container farming in Canada, from hydroponics to how the vertical farming technology is being used to promote food sovereignty.
Jalapeño peppers in vertical farms
Can you grow jalapeno peppers in a modular vertical farm?...
Grower Q&A: What is vertical farming like?
Two growers share their experiences about what it’s like to launch their Growcer farms and grow fresh produce locally....
Paris 2024 Olympics: The most sustainable games yet, and the potential for more?
Vertical farming, especially in its modular form, could be a great addition to large sporting events and venues....
Vertically Farmed Produce Shelf Life Experiment: Leaving Growcer produce in your fridge for a MONTH?
We love all the compliments on our shelf life (please keep them coming), but our data-driven R&D team wanted to...
Berry Marketable Fruit: How to grow the highest quality strawberries in vertical farming
We dive into how to grow the best strawberries in vertical farming. Strawberries are a beloved fruit, enjoyed for their...
We dive into how to grow the best strawberries in vertical farming. Strawberries are a beloved fruit, enjoyed for their...
Grocery Business Ideas: How Local Food Can Benefit You
The local food movement is here to stay - here’s how your grocery business can take advantage. ...
How to learn about hydroponic farming
Want to learn to farm? Start your hydroponic gardening education with in-person or online classes. Discover educational resources from Growcer...
The Ultimate List of Vertical Farming Facts for 2024
Explore The Ultimate List of Vertical Farming Facts. From year-round harvests to hyper-local produce, learn how vertical farming reshapes our...
Cooking With Greens for Indigenous Food Sovereignty
In this guest submission, Chef Holly shares three recipes using locally grown greens from Yellowhead Tribal Council....
What grants are available for vertical farming?
A closer look at how grants work and how you can take advantage of opportunities to launch your food project....
Vertically Farmed Produce Marketability: Is it good enough for store shelves?
Recording the weight, uniformity, and packaging presence of a harvest were some of the ways we assessed a lettuce variety’s...
Vertical Farming Industry Trends for 2024
As we head into 2024, the agriculture and vertical farming industry is changing—fast. We’re sharing what’s gaining traction and what’s...
Financing a vertical farm
Explore how the industry is making strides to lower the barrier to entry on vertical farming operations....
10 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make When Buying a Vertical Farm
From prioritizing ROI over upfront costs to the significance of site preparation and market research, this guide covers the 10...
Rooted in Knowledge: FAQs About Horticulture Technicians, Farm Support and Growcer Farms
When you grow with Growcer you’re not alone. Learn what type of farm support is available with your farm through...
What to grow in a vertical farm: R&D Recommended
From what makes the most sense financially, to the characteristics of leafy green vegetables themselves, there are a few good...
Why grow leafy greens?
Hydroponic farms are mainly used to grow leafy greens - but what makes this so great?...
How has vertical farm design changed over the years?
See the progression of the Growcer Osiris vertical farm and the reasons behind the improvements....