Polygreens Podcast

In this episode Nick Greens and Joe Swartz talk about the pros and cons of rooftop farming. More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

VegBed was founded in 2017 by Albert Lin who wanted to create a better and easier to use growing medium for the hydroponic community. More about Albert Lin:Website: https://www.vegbed.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Nick Greens and Jake Emling talk about the most common mistakes, when operating a greenhouse.More about Jake Emling:Website: https://www.root42harvests.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Grahame Dunling from WorldWide Local Salads, located in the U.K.More about Grahame Dunling:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahame-dunlingMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick answer questions about becoming  a indoor grower.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Nick has a round table discussion with  Kelli Hague and Roberto Mesa about the microgreens industry and educating the next generation of farmers.More about Kelli Hague:Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kelli67533910More about Roberto Mesa:Website: https://www.emeraldgardens.farm/More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

Patagonia Green Leaf (PGL) is a family business born in Bariloche (Argentine Patagonia) in 2013. We specialize in growing premium quality hydroponic vegetables, and selling them to supermarkets, independent points of sale and restaurants. In 2019 we developed our first hydroponic venture in the United States, in Boynton Beach (Florida), with the dream of taking the revolution in agriculture to the next level. More about Daniela Mosqueda:Website: https://patagoniagreenleaf.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick talk with Mark Doherty and  Damian Solomon about the hemp and flower industry. More about Damian Solomon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solomonkingofkings/More about Mark Dougherty:Website: https://markedoherty.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markedoherty/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreenSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick talk about nutrient dense farming, growing microgreens in space and an update on the indoor ag con.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick talk with Dr. Greenhouse and Kelley Nicholson about the CEA industry.More about Dr. Greenhouse:Website: https://www.doctorgreenhouse.comMore about Kelley Nicholson:Website: https://autogrow.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreenSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick talk with Paul Brentlinger (CropKing Inc.) and Chis Higgins (Hort Americas), about the CEA industry.More about Paul Brentlinger:Website: https://cropking.com/More about Chris Higgins:Website: https://hortamericas.comMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick talk about the different types of urban farming.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Marius about his experience being a hydroponic store manager. Chicago Roots is Chicagolands premier horticulture supplier specializing in indoor, hydroponic, and organic gardening. More about Marius:Website: https://www.chicagoroots.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick talk about their experiences working in San Diego hydro store and shopping at Chicago Roots hydroponic store.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Kelli Hague about her program at the school.More about Kelli Hague:Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kelli67533910More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

The Future of Agriculture Podcast is with Tim Hammerich. This show explores the people, companies, and ideas shaping the future of agribusiness. If you are curious about innovations in AgTech, rural entrepreneurship, agricultural sustainability, and food security, this is the show for you! Joe and Nick interview Tim about his experience with starting a podcast and much more...More about Tim Hammerich:Website: https://futureofag.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Green Bronx Machine is an impact driven, for-purpose organization with 501(c)(3) status rooted in the belief that we are all Amer-I-Cans! Green Bronx Machine was born via collaboration between life-long educator Stephen Ritz and his students who observed that as waistlines expanded, engagement and opportunities in school decreased, school performance suffered, and hope and ambition became minimized. Originally an after-school, alternative program for high school students, Green Bronx Machine has evolved into K-12+ model fully integrated into core curriculum. Our students grow, eat and love their vegetables en route to spectacular academic performance.More about Stephen Ritz:Website: https://greenbronxmachine.org/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick talk about the microgreens business.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Kyle started his career as a grower in both aquaponic and hydroponic operations focusing on leafy greens and lettuce production. After joining the BrightFarms greenhouse team in 2015, he was promoted to Key Account Manager for the company, focusing on the sale of produce to supermarket chains and distribution channels. Kyle later took a position with Hort Americas as a Sales Manager focusing on substrates, fertilizers, and LED lighting sales to CEA growers. In 2019, Kyle partnered with CropTalk Media to create #KyleTalksAgTech, a podcast segment that focuses on CEA, vertical farms, and greenhouse technology as well as CEA leaders. Kyle also advises multiple CEA companies, associations and trade shows.More about Kyle Barnett:Website: https://carbonbook.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this Part 2 episode Joe and Nick will explain about hydroponically grown tomatoes one of the most common methods used for tomato farming, the Dutch Bucket method.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreenSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick will explain about hydroponically grown tomatoes one of the most common methods used for tomato farming, the Dutch Bucket method.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreenSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick reflect on past guest, like Vijay Rapaka, Jenn Frymark, Dan Ovadya and much more...More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreenSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick talk about plant nutrients, NPK, and source water.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick talk about plant nutrients, NPK, and source water.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Joe Swartz returns from a trip from California, were he was training at AmHydro semiars.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Nick Greens interviews Garfield Produce head grow Shanquell London, Simple Greens Co Josh Peckler and Emerald Gardens Roberto Meza, about the microgreens industry.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Joe and Nick interviewed Josh, the new Polygreens Podcast assistant,  about the start in his growing journey.More about Josh Pekler:Email: simplegreensco@gmail.com More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Neil Mattson is an Professor and Greenhouse Extension Specialist at Cornell University. He has an appointment in research, extension, and teaching. He researchers strategies to optimize floriculture and vegetable crop production while reducing energy, fertilizer, and water resources. He directs Cornell's Controlled Environment Agriculture group which develops lighting and greenhouse control strategies to maximize hydroponic vegetable production.More about Neil Mattson:Website: https://cals.cornell.edu/neil-mattsonEmail: neil.mattson@cornell.eduMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

 Automation & Control systems for greenhouses, WAREHOUSES, and grow rooms.  Autogrow is your trusted provider of automation and control solutions to grow any crop and manage it from anywhere.More about Kelley Nicholson:Website: https://autogrow.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Entrepreneurial and innovative Operations Executive in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry with documented excellence designing, building, and managing day-to-day operations for cannabis and agriculture centric companies. Advanced knowledge of all aspects of profitable operations in the cannabis and non-cannabis controlled environment agriculture market. Exceptional track record of creating and executing strategic plans to drive business growth and success. Proven ability to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, cost containment, and productivity increases. Successful history of leading startup companies to achieve success and market relevance. More about Mark Dougherty:Website: https://markedoherty.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markedoherty/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Choosing the right one for your growing operation ensures the utmost success. In this episode, we'll cover 3 greenhouse types and each one's pros and cons so you can select the ideal one for your garden.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Growers require ongoing education to stay aware of quick-moving developments in technology.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

Microgreens are growing in popularity because of their unbeatable health benefits and nutrition-packed capabilities. In this podcast, we'll cover what you can expect when starting a microgreens business and how to be successful in your expenditure. More about Roberto Meza:Website: https://www.emeraldgardens.farm/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Christina M. Johnson is a plant biologist with her mind fixed in space. In April of 2010 she watched her plants blast into orbit on the Space Shuttle Discovery. She spent the next several years analyzing those samples for her PhD, where she learned about the impact of microgravity on the cellular structure and molecular functions in young plants. She is currently a fellow in the NASA Postdoctoral Program, working with Dr. Raymond Wheeler's Space Crop Production team at Kennedy Space Center. Her project involves collaboration with the USDA to grow microgreens in simulated microgravity, with a goal of getting microgreen crops ready for spaceflight applications.More about Christina Johnson: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpaceBioMa/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick will cover the differences between hydroponics vs soil growing and the advantages of hydroponics growing.More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensBlog: https://www.nickgreens.com/post/hydroponics-vs-soil-which-growing-method-is-betterSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick give you examples of industry goals and helping you understand the design process. More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Dr. Nadia Sabeh (A.K.A. “Dr. Greenhouse”) is President and Founder of Dr. Greenhouse, Inc., an agricultural and mechanical engineering firm located in Sacramento, CA that specializes in the design of HVAC systems for indoor plant environments. She is considered the subject matter expert in the field of controlled environment agriculture (CEA). More about Dr. Nadia Sabeh:Website: https://www.doctorgreenhouse.comMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Nick interviews Roberto Meza and Donnie Greens about the microgreens business.More about Donnie Greens:Website: https://donnygreens.com/More about Roberto Meza:Website: https://www.emeraldgardens.farm/More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Vijay Rapaka, experienced technical professional, passionate and motivated to deliver commercial value through research and innovation. Skilled in Research and New Product Development, Strategic Planning, and Research Management. Successfully developed and launched several ground breaking technologies. More about Vijay Rapaka:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijay-rapaka-6066367/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick give updates on the hydroponic industry and talk about growing food indoors. More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Mark's background in operations and finance, mixed with his entrepreneurial spirit, makes him a dynamic leader. He always takes the time to get to know both his employees and customers, adding a personal touch to the company.More about Mark Thomas:Website: https://www.garfieldproduce.comMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick continue interviewing Richard Vollebregt, President & CEO of Cravo Equipment Ltd, a company that develops retractable roof production systems to enhance berry, cherry, cannabis and vegetable production for growers worldwide. His background in economics combined with 30+ years of experience designing automated retractable roof greenhouses, knowledge of plant physiology and my worldwide experience in many crop industries allows me to be very effective in designing crop production systems and then creating financial models which bench marking again conventional greenhouses, tunnels and open field production.More about Richard Vollebregt: Website: https://www.cravo.com/enMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Richard Vollebregt, President & CEO of Cravo Equipment Ltd, a company that develops retractable roof production systems to enhance berry, cherry, cannabis and vegetable production for growers worldwide. His background in economics combined with 30+ years of experience designing automated retractable roof greenhouses, knowledge of plant physiology and my worldwide experience in many crop industries allows me to be very effective in designing crop production systems and then creating financial models which bench marking again conventional greenhouses, tunnels and open field production.More about Richard Vollebregt: Website: https://www.cravo.com/enMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Jake attended Michigan State University where he earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees in horticulture. He has nine years of experience across a variety of specialties including agriculture, agronomy, entomology, and viticulture. During his early career in Michigan he worked for Michigan State University, AgroLiquid, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Beginning in July 2018 he joined CropKing, Inc. based out of Lodi, Ohio. His experience with hydroponics, aquaculture, and aquaponics was instrumental to his desire to start Root 42 Harvests with his wife Katie.While his professional career has focused around outdoor/indoor cultivation practices and nutrient & pest management, he has an undeniable passion for viticulture and enology. Over the past ten years, Jake has been involved in the establishment and/or management of at least one dozen vineyards in France, Washington, Michigan, and Ohio. His international work and travel has enabled him to teach, learn from, and work with growers around the globe. Giving back, especially to the next generation of gardeners and farmers, has always been a central part of Jake's career. He has personally created and taught at educational programs and seminars on various modern horticulture techniques across the United States in front of audiences ranging from school age kids to fellow industry professionals.  Passing along the knowledge and experiences Jake has already amassed in his young career is a guiding principle of Root 42 Harvests.More about Jake Emling:Website: https://www.root42harvests.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Alex McMeekin a grower in Canada.More about Alex McMeekinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-mcmeekin-15bbb190/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Gene Giacomelli is a Professor in Biosystems Engineering for interdisciplinary education, research and outreach program for greenhouse and other advanced technology systems. He received a Ph.D. in Horticultural Engineering from Rutgers University in 1983. He also has a Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering from the University of California-Davis and two bachelor's degrees in Horticultural Science and Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Rutgers University. Here at the University of Arizona he teaches Controlled Environment Systems which is an introduction to the technical aspects of greenhouse design, environmental control, nutrient delivery systems, hydroponic crop production, intensive field production systems, and post-harvest handling and storage of crops. His research interests include controlled environment plant productions systems [greenhouse and growth chamber] research, design, development and applications, with emphases on: crop production systems, nutrient delivery systems, environmental control, mechanization, and labor productivity.More about Gene Giacomelli:Website: https://ceac.arizona.edu/person/gene-giacomelliMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

G&V Greenhouse Solutions has been meeting customer needs all over the world for 16 years. They are focused on providing greenhouse structures, greenhouse construction greenhouse project supervision, and all greenhouse installation services . They are proud of our knowledge and experience thru our Dutch heritage and American business style. They employ highly qualified supervisors who have experience building/installing every style of greenhouse to ensure we can bring you the quality and solutions your company deserves. They work with reputable companies in the United States & Holland to bring you the supplies you need, when you need them. They listen to your needs as every greenhouse is different and know your solutions are needed quickly.More about Julie Gilbert-Vijverberg: Website: https://greenhousesolutionsusa.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

Murat Kacira is a professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering and also a faculty member in Controlled Environment Agriculture Center program at The University of Arizona. He received his B.S. degree in Agricultural Engineering in Cukurova University in Turkey and M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering from The Ohio State University. He has been active in teaching and research related to controlled environment agriculture (CEA) for the past twenty years with working experiences in academia and research institutions in the Unites States, Turkey, and Japan. His research involves in the area of greenhouse and plant energy balance studies, computer vision guided autonomous plant health and growth monitoring systems, modeling and simulation of  aerodynamics in CEA systems, photovoltaics integrated greenhouse systems, automation and control in algae production systems by novel sensors and control strategy applications. Kacira has given lectures regularly at greenhouse crop production and engineering short courses and invited lectures both at the national and international scientific meetings and conferences. He teaches undergraduate and graduate level engineering courses at The University of Arizona. He is a member of American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS). He serves as Chair of Commission Horticultural Engineering under ISHS. More about Murat Kacira:Website: https://be.arizona.edu/person/murat-kaciraMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Stephen Ritz about urban farming and growing food in classrooms. Stephen Ritz is a South Bronx educator who believes that students shouldn't have to leave their community to live, learn, and earn in a better one. Moving generations of students into spheres of personal and academic successes which they had never imagined — while reclaiming and rebuilding the Bronx — Stephen's extended student and community family have grown more than 100,000 pounds of vegetables in the Bronx while generating extraordinary academic performance.More about Stephen Ritz: Website: https://stephenritz.comMore about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Jenn Frymark from Gotham Greens.Green produce starts with green decisions. Gotham Greens indoor farming facilities are sun (and wind) powered, and climate controlled for a year-round growing season. This means they can provide clean, sustainable and quality food to the communities. Any time, anywhere.More about Jenn Fymark:Website: https://www.gothamgreens.com/More about Joe Swartz:Website: https://amhydro.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultantMore about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreensSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nickgreens)